Veterinary Lab Technician

University of Pittsburgh   Pittsburgh, PA   Full-time     Veterinary
Posted on April 4, 2024
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Veterinary Lab Technician



Perform animal husbandry, database management, and provides assistance in animal experiments.


Job Summary

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


Essential Functions

Provide animal care to a colony comprising several transgenic mouse strains. Duties include animal weaning, maintenance of animal health and enrichment, collection of samples and genotyping.

Maintain the animal database, recording animal lineage, strain, age, and experimental designations.

Assist in running animal experiments. Duties include administering experimental agents, collecting samples, and performing microbiological techniques including immunofluorescence, Western blot, and qPCR.

Keep detailed, accurate, and timely data and logbooks. Organize and documents results.


Physical Effort

- Must be able to stand and/or sit for up to 8 hours.


The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.


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



Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Laboratory Research Technician II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Laboratory

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

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, 8am-4:30pm

Work Arrangement: Monday – Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

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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