Laboratory Technician

In lieu of educational requirements, additional years of relevant experience may be considered, as per University guidelines.

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. The University offers comprehensive benefits to eligible employees. Aside from our great health plans, we have a generous match to our 403B retirement savings plan, vacation, sick and personal days. We have Paid Winter Recess (Christmas to New Year’s Day). Finally, we offer generous educational benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures. Prepares specimens. Oversees supply management. Operates and properly maintains equipment.

This is an ideal position for individuals looking to complete a gap year of research prior to medical school. This is a full-time position and in-person work is required (no remote work). Must have previous experience working on research involving direct interactions with humans- either in a laboratory or in clinic setting. Must attach a resume or the application will not be considered.

• assist in human motion capture data collection
• use custom data processing software to track bone motion in radiographic images
• create 3D bone and soft tissue models from medical images (CT and MRI)
• Organize data and results in spreadsheet
• Review literature related to ongoing research

Must be able to work at a desk for extended periods of time (sitting or standing); must be able to lift 50 pounds, must be able to navigate through a room lined with wires and cables on the floor without assistance or tripping.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.