Laboratory Research Technician

Laboratory Research Technician - 26003095

Pittsburgh, PA

1 DAYS AGO

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Pittsburgh, PA

In-Person

Competitive Salary

1 Years Experience

Bachelor's degree

No Commission

40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time

Description

Laboratory Research Technician Med-Cardiovascular Institute - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26003095) The research program under the direction of Dr. Flordeliza Villanueva is focused on ultrasound-mediated, image-guided therapeutics using ultrasound contrast agents (microbubbles). They use ultrasound targeted cavitation of intravenously injected microbubbles bearing cell-impermeant therapeutics (e.g. oligonucleotides) to deliver payload specifically to the target site for treatment of cardiovascular disease or solid tumors. The technology is also being developed to transiently open the blood brain barrier for treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. Main duties include: Perform acute and survival surgeries in small (mice, rats) and large (rabbits, pigs) animals including insertion of catheters, thoracotomy, coronary ligation, vascular buttons, cremaster muscle preparation for intravital microscopy; preparation for animals surgeries including sterilization of surgical instruments; post operative care and maintenance of animals; assist in preparation of IACUC protocols; maintain compliance with IACUC policies; assist with data collection and analysis. 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 Ability to perform microsurgical procedures in vivo. Experience with animal handling including anesthesia, mechanical ventilations, and survival surgeries Maintenance of accurate records and laboratory notebook; presentation of data Physical Effort May require long periods of standing, bending or kneeling. Must be able to move lab equipment and animals as needed. Must be able to move between university labs and offices. 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: Bachelor's 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: mon-friday standard Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab. Hiring View the full job description Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI284877236 29-2056.00 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

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