The University of Pittsburgh, School of Public Health, Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology has a long and distinguished history as a leader in graduate education, transformative research, implementation science, and education in infectious diseases. A central component of our mission involves training the next generation of scientists and public health professionals to lead in the effort to reduce the impact of infectious diseases worldwide.

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.

The successful candidate will work with animal and human specimens and will process samples for further analysis. Specimens may contain infectious human pathogens including highly pathogenic avian influenza virus or dengue virus. Work involves aseptic technique using class II biosafety cabinet in a high biocontainment environment with personal protective equipment including a respirator. Sample analysis by flow cytometry, microscopy, and virologic assays will be conducted. Individual may be required to work outside of normal work hours if emergency procedures require it. Additional functions include maintaining laboratory records, working with inventory in freezers, making reagents, and communicating with collaborators.

Sitting at a biosafety cabinet for prolonged periods of time is expected. Wearing personal protective equipment with a respirator is required.

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The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.