Research Specialist
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University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 05/22/2014
Working Title Research Specialist
Job Classification Research II
Department Name 35222-Med-Neurological Surgery
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0128769
Hiring Range TBD Based on qualifications
Position Description
The entry level Research Specialist position will assist in an established research program for translational neuroscience. The incumbent will assist in experimental neuropathology research. The Principal Investigator will train the incumbent to perform their duties as required and will closely monitor the progress. The responsibilities of this position will be to conduct behavioral experiments associated with therapeutic strategies in murine models of neurodegenerative diseases, perform molecular and cellular biology experiments, collect and analyze data related to such experiments, collect biological specimens, perform animal husbandry communicating results to colleagues, and daily maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
Bachelor's Degree required in biological sciences with college laboratory experience.
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 1-2 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
BS/BA in biological sciences
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
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
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How did you hear of this position at the University of Pittsburgh?
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
ResumeOptional DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
University of Pittsburgh
Position Information
Date Posted 05/22/2014
Working Title Research Specialist
Job Classification Research II
Department Name 35222-Med-Neurological Surgery
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0128769
Hiring Range TBD Based on qualifications
Position Description
The entry level Research Specialist position will assist in an established research program for translational neuroscience. The incumbent will assist in experimental neuropathology research. The Principal Investigator will train the incumbent to perform their duties as required and will closely monitor the progress. The responsibilities of this position will be to conduct behavioral experiments associated with therapeutic strategies in murine models of neurodegenerative diseases, perform molecular and cellular biology experiments, collect and analyze data related to such experiments, collect biological specimens, perform animal husbandry communicating results to colleagues, and daily maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
Bachelor's Degree required in biological sciences with college laboratory experience.
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 1-2 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
BS/BA in biological sciences
Required Licenses/Certifications
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
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 DocumentsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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