
Research Technician - 26005641
Pittsburgh, PAFull-timeSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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The Research Technician performs laboratory testing and analysis on multiple specimen types, operates and maintains laboratory equipment, and keeps accurate data and records. The role also includes sterilizing equipment, preparing work areas, maintaining inventory, and assisting with supply orders. Prior mammalian specimen research experience is preferred, and the technician must be willing to work with live mammalian specimens.
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Research Technician Med-Pediatrics - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26005641) Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. 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 • Performs laboratory testing and some analysis, including organizes, prepares, and tests multiple types of specimen samples. • Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions. • Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Organizes and documents results. • Sterilizes, maintains, and cleans lab equipment; prepares work areas; and maintains cleanliness throughout laboratory. • Maintains inventories and assists with ordering proper supplies and chemicals. • Preferred prior mammalian specimen research experiences. Need to be willing to work with live mammalian specimen. Physical Effort Light. 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 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Shift determined by manager. 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: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286939135 / 11-9121.01 Clinical Research Coordinators
How this job compares
Set against the 2,026 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$50–70K/yr227 salary ranges
- Pennsylvania median$18–21/hr51 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 156 open Laboratory Technician jobs in Pennsylvania and 2,026 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (870 postings).
- Education
- 286 of the 2,026 open Laboratory Technician jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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