Research Specialist
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University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 10/01/2013
Working Title Research Specialist
Job Classification Research III
Department Name 34204-GSPH-Environmental/Occupational Health
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0129272
Hiring Range TBD based on qualifications
Position Description
The Research Specialist will investigate murine models of chemically induced acute lung injury. The incumbent must perform complex technical analysis and self-directed experimentation. Careful record keeping is required with the ability to design and implement protocols and work with senior researchers as needed. Daily responsibilities will include any of the following: small animal manipulations, tissue dissections, inhalation chamber operation and analytical chemistry, histophathology imaging andDNAgenotyping.
The Research Specialist must be capable of interpreting complex data analysis and evaluating preliminary output data and troubleshooting technical problems. Additional duties include: training and evaluating students and other lab personnel, must be able to operate complex scientific equipment and perform laboratory maintenance ordering and record keeping as well as ensuring a safe work environment through application of radiation safety,IACUC, chemical hygiene and biosafety protocols.
Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree and 1-2 years experience with a strong background in molecular and cell biology. Experience in small animal surgery, isolation mRNA performing qRT-PCRand conducting inhalation exposures are a must. Requires skills of independent laboratory management.
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 1-2 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Candidate should have a BS and 1-2 years experience in research. Experience in small animal surgery, isolation mRNA, performing qRT-PCR, and conducting inhalation exposures is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours Work Schedule to Vary
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
Some overnight shifts required
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Pittsburgh
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
ResumeOptional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
SampleEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 10/01/2013
Working Title Research Specialist
Job Classification Research III
Department Name 34204-GSPH-Environmental/Occupational Health
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0129272
Hiring Range TBD based on qualifications
Position Description
The Research Specialist will investigate murine models of chemically induced acute lung injury. The incumbent must perform complex technical analysis and self-directed experimentation. Careful record keeping is required with the ability to design and implement protocols and work with senior researchers as needed. Daily responsibilities will include any of the following: small animal manipulations, tissue dissections, inhalation chamber operation and analytical chemistry, histophathology imaging andDNAgenotyping.
The Research Specialist must be capable of interpreting complex data analysis and evaluating preliminary output data and troubleshooting technical problems. Additional duties include: training and evaluating students and other lab personnel, must be able to operate complex scientific equipment and perform laboratory maintenance ordering and record keeping as well as ensuring a safe work environment through application of radiation safety,IACUC, chemical hygiene and biosafety protocols.
Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree and 1-2 years experience with a strong background in molecular and cell biology. Experience in small animal surgery, isolation mRNA performing qRT-PCRand conducting inhalation exposures are a must. Requires skills of independent laboratory management.
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 1-2 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Candidate should have a BS and 1-2 years experience in research. Experience in small animal surgery, isolation mRNA, performing qRT-PCR, and conducting inhalation exposures is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours Work Schedule to Vary
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
Some overnight shifts required
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Pittsburgh
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
o Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
o Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
o Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
o Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University's benefits package, please
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( ).
How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
Career Development Center (CDC)
Chronicle of Higher Education
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (Formerly PA CareerLink)
Currently a University Employee
Pitt Career Services
Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Pittsburgh Technology Council
PittSource Search
Referral (Friend, University Employee, etc.), please specify below
Internet Search
Other: (Please specify below)
Please specify from above (if applicable):
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
ResumeOptional Documents
Other Document
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
SampleEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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