Senior Research Technician

The University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Computational and Systems Biology is seeking a motivated college graduate with a degree in biological sciences, research experience, and a strong interest in research to join The Robin E. C. Lee Laboratory of Cellular Dynamics and Molecular Circuits. Research in the lab uses molecular, computational, and systems biology to investigate signal transduction in single cells associated with inflammatory diseases and cancer.

This Research Specialist will conduct research under direct guidance of the Principal Investigator and provide support for other lab personnel. On a daily basis, responsibilities will be to perform experiments, record and interpret data, participate in experimental design, and perform day-to-day lab maintenance.

The incumbent will utilize expertise in cell biology, molecular genetics, immunofluorescence, quantitative microscopy, and image analysis in addition to the development and implementation of microfluidic systems for imaging human cell cultures. The incumbent will also work with computational tools and contribute to software for an ardunio-­based microfluidic laminar flow controller.

Master’s; 5-6 years experience required.

 The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets. The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement. 
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Research.IV
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Master’s
Minimum Experience Level Required: 5-6 years experience
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: $30,732.00 – $49,296.00
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, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable