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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

The O'Sullivan Lab at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center studies telomere function in human cancer cells, with emphasis on chromatin structure and DNA repair pathways. The Research Technician performs independent laboratory work and experiments, analyzes and interprets results, oversees specimen inventory, and develops documentation for publication, manuscripts, and grant proposals. The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Laboratory TechniquesMolecular BiologyFlow CytometryImmunobiochemistryCell CultureIndependent JudgmentExperiment PlanningResult InterpretationLaboratory ProceduresSpecimen PreparationReport PreparationSpecimen InventoryManuscript DevelopmentGrant Proposal DevelopmentStanding

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree2 Years Experience

Full job description

Research Technician UPCI Research Lab-O'Sullivan, Roddy - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004590) The O'Sullivan Lab at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center conducts research on telomere function in human cancer cells. The research emphasizes alterations in chromatin structure and DNA repair pathways. Common research methodologies applied include fluorescence microscopy, protein expression analysis, DNA preparation and analyses, cell culture and cellular manipulation. The Research Technician should have training and a solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques and experience with techniques associated with the following specific areas: molecular biology; flow cytometry; Immunobiochemistry; and cell culture. The Research Technician will be capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results. Job Summary Performs a variety of independent laboratory work and experiments such as determining experimental protocols and preparation of specimens and cultures. Prepares reports of findings subsequent to compilation and analyzation. Oversees specimen inventory. Develops documentation for publication; crafts manuscripts and grant proposals. Essential Functions Performs laboratory procedures and tests; analyzes and interprets the results. Physical Effort Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician III Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No Work Schedule: 9am - 5pm Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring Range: To be determined based on 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 View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI287709465 / 19-4021.00 Biological Technicians

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