Laboratory Technician II

About the role

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures, prepares specimens, oversees supply management, and operates and maintains laboratory equipment at the Magee Womens Research Institute (MWRI), the largest US research institute dedicated to women's health and reproductive biology. This is an on‑campus position located in Pittsburgh.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory experiments such as histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing, and related technical functions, including testing, troubleshooting, and analysis.
• May perform microsurgical procedures.
• Ensures conformity to specifications.
• Identifies and prepares specimens.
• Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items.
• Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions.
• Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books.
• Organizes and documents results.
• Maintains, calibrates, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (minimum education level required).
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the formal requirements.
• Successful completion of a background check is required for finalists.
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not provided.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a research environment is preferred.
• Degree in a science field is preferred.

Skills

• Histology, flow cytometry, molecular techniques, gene sequencing.
• Microsurgical procedures.
• Specimen identification and preparation.
• Supply chain management (ordering, procurement, tracking, receiving).
• Laboratory equipment operation, maintenance, calibration, cleaning, and sterility testing.
• Data recording, log keeping, result organization, and documentation.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.