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Research Technician at University of Pittsburgh

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania





Job Description:


This position is to deliver support and research activities in the Center for Vaccine Research (CVR) and to maintain systems which facilitate the smooth running of the center. Incumbent is responsible for research procedures (bench and animal) in Biosafety Level 2 and 3 (BSL2/BSL3) environments with work in the Regional Biocontainment Facility. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, viral plaque assays, real-time PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, media preparation, cell culture, record keeping, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment and internal training on the proper use of research equipment. Incumbent will be required to work with small laboratory animals. Basic understanding of statistical methods and Microsoft Excel required. Incumbent will be required to have good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a fully productive, cooperative team member. Strict adherence to BSL2/BSL3 procedures is essential. Position will require some scheduling flexibility in regards to animal observations. This position will require successful completion of Department of Justice security clearance for work with Select Agents and Toxins, as required by Federal regulation.

Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement.





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