Research Specialist
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UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Summary
The Research Specialist will assist with immunohistochemistry, RNA scope, and behavioral experiments within a preclinical neuroscience laboratory. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment, managing databases, and assisting with general laboratory operations and procurement.
Job Description
Joffe lab is a preclinical neuroscience lab studying mechanisms of alcohol and drug addiction. The Research Specialist will assist with immunohistochemistry, RNA scope, behavioral experiments
This position is grant funded.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and optimizes efforts to improve laboratory equipment use
- Analyzes results using computer-aided data analysis software
- Maintains accurate databases and experimental notebooks of results
- Communicates results in a timely fashion
- Assists with general laboratory operation, procurement, and inventory
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in psychology, neuroscience, sociology or related research field.
- Minimum of one year of work experience in a research project and/or related clinical setting is required.
- Familiarity with computers and common software packages required.
- Working knowledge of research methodology strongly preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Act 34 with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
