Research Technician

Hillman Cancer Center seeks a qualified research technician to assist in transplant and leukemia immunotherapy research in Dr. Sawa Itos laboratory. The program aims to perform immunological correlating studies for the clinical trial and understand the treatment resistance mechanism. The technician is expected to perform human sample processing, experiments, data collection, and analysis of cellular, immunological, and molecular assays, including flow cytometry, primary cell and cell line culture, cell line development, DNA/RNA/protein preparation, RT-PCR and DNA/RNA sequencing, and T cell receptor TCR transduction to the human primary cells. The optimal candidate should have at least a Bachelors degree with 3 years of experience or a Masters degree with 1 year of experience. Experience or training in either molecular biology or immunology is preferred.

We aim to conduct extensive correlating studies, including flow-based immunophenotyping assays and single-cell RNAseq, to assess leukemia IFN-gamma responsiveness. In addition to this new funding, we have an ongoing project to characterize the T cell receptor TCR clones of alloreactive T cells and discover the novel antigens recognized by these alloreactive TCRs. We seek a Research technician in our lab to accomplish these new and ongoing projects.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of independent and complex laboratory work and experiments. Analyzes and interprets data, compiles results, and prepares reports. Maintains inventory, ordering, and logs. Writes manuscripts and grant proposals and prepares data visualizations.

Essential Functions

Candidate must be able to independently perform advanced scientific experiments. Must be highly organized and detail oriented.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.

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Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician IV Job Family: Research Job Sub Family: Laboratory Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 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: Monday - Friday Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday Hiring Range: $43,894.50 to $53,711.00 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 Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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