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Posted July 29, 2026

Laboratory Research Technician II

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States 15260 Full-Time
Reference: 286132554


Laboratory Research Technician II

Med-Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004608)


Job Summary

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


Essential Functions

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

Dr. Siamak Salavatian’s laboratory in the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to support funded studies of the autonomic nervous system, cardiac electrophysiology, and neuromodulation in cardiovascular disease.

The Research Assistant will support preclinical experiments involving neural recordings, cardiac electrophysiology, physiological monitoring, and neuromodulation. Responsibilities include experimental preparation, data acquisition and quality monitoring, equipment setup, recordkeeping, data organization, and analysis of neural, electrocardiographic, electrophysiological, and hemodynamic signals.

The individual will work closely with the principal investigator and other laboratory members, including technicians, students, postdoctoral fellows, clinicians, and engineers.

Basic computer and organizational skills are required. Experience with biomedical signal acquisition or analysis, electrophysiology, programming in MATLAB or Python, or large-animal research is preferred but not required. Training will be provided.

Excellent communication, analytical skills, attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. Some scheduling flexibility may be required based on experimental timelines."


Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.



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, 8:30am - 5:00 pm

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on 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: Not Applicable



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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