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Pennsylvania Staffing

Laboratory Technician

Pennsylvania Staffing, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289

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Laboratory Technician

The laboratory technician will be responsible for molecular and cell biological procedures, such as immunoblotting, PCR, DNA subcloning and sequencing, immunoprecipitations, cell culture, generation of transgenic cell lines (e.g. transfection/transduction of cell lines, CRISPR gene editing), cell-based drug response assays, CUT&RUN, ATAC-seq, sample and library preparation for next generation sequencing, and murine animal studies. Working with model organisms such as mice and with human tissue and/or cell lines is required. In addition, the research technician will support lab organization and operations. This role requires the timely, accurate, and detailed record keeping of experimental procedures and organization of data. High degree of accuracy and adherence to good laboratory practice (GLP) is necessary. Must understand spreadsheet applications and general mathematics. Reports/Analyses must be kept current and be clear and concise. Prior experience with mammalian cell culture, CUT&RUN, and ATAC-seq is required. Job Summary: Performs laboratory testing and some analysis on multiple types of specimen samples. Operates and properly sterilizes equipment and maintains inventory and assists with ordering. Essential Functions: Mammalian cell culture, CUT&RUN, and ATAC-seq. Working with model organisms such as mice and with human tissue and/or cell lines. Physical Effort: Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally. Assignment Category: Full-time Regular Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician I Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required Work Schedule: M-F, daytime hours. Occasional weekend part days. Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications Relocation Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable Required Documents: Resume Optional Documents: Cover Letter