Laboratory Research Technician I

University of Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2 wk ago

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Performs research related to the pathophysiology of rare genetic diseases, primarily Prader-Willi syndrome and mitochondrial metabolic disorders, under the guidance of the PI.
- Maintains a mouse colony for PWS, with genotyping, tissue dissection, and studies on the clinical basis.
- Contributes to molecular biology procedures (DNA, RNA, protein, viral) and mammalian cell culture use to study gene expression.
Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely lab notebook as well as electronic data.
- Contributes to laboratory maintenance and ordering of laboratory supplies.

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
The salary range for this part-time position will be prorated based on 67% effort as the position is 25 hours per week.
This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville.

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required: No experience required
Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

This position is part-time for 25 hr per week, 5 hr/day.
There will be a little flexibility in terms of the start and end times with a requirement to include the 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM window within the 5 hr/day.
No evenings and no, or at most extremely rarely, weekends, and only if all other lab personnel are out of town and there is an urgent need.
In the latter instance, it would be at most a couple of hours on one day and would be planned in advance to ensure compatibility with schedule.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

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