OMICS 1 – Lab Res Tech IV

About the role

The University of Pittsburgh is establishing a state-of-the-art, multi-omics facility to support research and clinical translational programs in multiple OMICS disciplines including genomic sequencing, metagenomics, and RNA sequencing. We are seeking a capable technician with some experience in molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical testing in accordance with established SOPs. Process all clinical, QC and PT specimens through clinical workflow.
• Demonstrate high-level problem-solving skills and analytical abilities to successfully perform laboratory testing.
• Accurately record relevant data and values in case folders and internal databases.
• Maintain proficiency in appropriate Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). Use barcode scanning to verify chain-of-custody and track sample progression through multiple analytical workflows.
• Maintain expertise in or knowledge of molecular biology techniques, including but not limited to: nucleic acid isolation, nucleic acid quantitation, PCR/RT-PCR/qPCR, Sanger sequencing, LOH, methylation analysis, MassARRAY MALDI-TOF, next-generation sequencing, etc.
• Appropriately use automated and/or liquid handling machines for clinical testing.
• Process samples meticulously to avoid cross-contamination. Meet established turn-around-time deadlines for clinical testing.
• Operate, perform routine maintenance on, and calibrate all laboratory equipment as required. Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, and/or supplies and follow-up according to established protocols.
• Identify critical, abnormal and/or unacceptable results and follow-up according to established protocol. Document all corrective action and follow-up with lead and/or supervisor.
• Effectively communicate with other laboratory members including lab leadership. Maintain track of technical and professional development, including but not limited to attendance at seminars/webinars and participation in educational programs and activities.
• Adhere to established laboratory and hospital policies and good clinical laboratory practice in areas of procedures, quality control, quality assurance and safety and compliance.
• Perform high-volume sample triage and accessioning according to CAP/CLIA SOPs, ensuring accurate barcoding and traceability within LIMS.
• Handle a variety of biofluids (blood, plasma, urine, saliva, swabs, stool) and tissue-derived samples using validated SOPs for molecular extraction and processing in a high throughput manner.

Requirements

• Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum Years Of Experience Required: 3

Qualifications

• Some experience in molecular biology techniques.

Skills

• High-level problem-solving skills and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in appropriate Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid isolation, nucleic acid quantitation, PCR/RT-PCR/qPCR, Sanger sequencing, LOH, methylation analysis, MassARRAY MALDI-TOF, next-generation sequencing, etc.
• Experience with automated and/or liquid handling machines for clinical testing.
• Experience with operating, performing routine maintenance on, and calibrating laboratory equipment.
• Experience with identifying and addressing problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, and/or supplies.
• Experience with identifying critical, abnormal and/or unacceptable results and following up according to established protocols.
• Experience with effectively communicating with other laboratory members including lab leadership.
• Experience with adhering to established laboratory and hospital policies and good clinical laboratory practice.
• Experience with performing high-volume sample triage and accessioning according to CAP/CLIA SOPs.
• Experience with handling a variety of biofluids (blood, plasma, urine, saliva, swabs, stool) and tissue-derived samples using validated SOPs for molecular extraction and processing in a high throughput manner.

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor

Physical Effort

• Sitting and standing for long periods.
• Walking around campus to attend meetings.
• Bending and lifting to put away supplies.
• Lifting to 30 pounds.
• Reading small print on tubes, vials and documents.
• Working in a lab under standard lighting.

University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff

Research Job Sub-Family

Lab Research Technician IV

Campus

Pittsburgh

Hiring Range

TBD based upon qualifications

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., schedule as set with supervisor

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.