Job description
Utah CTSI has produced leading investigators with several NIH grants awarded for their various “bench-to-bedside” areas of research and partners with other flagship institutions to contribute published works and clinical success.
Learn more about the fantastic benefits provided to University of Utah Employees including generous retirement contributions, comprehensive medical coverage, tuition reduction, and more.
- Must work independently with minimal supervision.
- Be able to lift 40lb boxes or equipment.
- Perform literature searches for potentially useful cutting-edge techniques that can be incorporated into our lab to benefit CTRC customer.
- Identify key protocols, follow or modify if necessary, and apply these methods to meet our lab’s specific needs.
- Performs tests and procedures using sophisticated laboratory equipment.
- Must have skilled hands, be technically precise and meticulous with experimental details.
- Because our core facility interacts closely with a large number of investigators, professionalism and excellent customer service is expected.
- Having a good understanding of research ethics is important.
- It is required that this technician can listen and clearly communicate with customers in a friendly, knowledgeable, accurate, and timely manner.
- A high level of quality control is important. Proper labelling, sample identification and tracking needs to be maintained at 100%.
- Human culture work needs to be performed under sterile conditions, avoiding contamination at all costs.
- Monitors and assists with purchasing of laboratory supplies and materials. Must be able seek out competitive quotes for reagents and supplies to save our customers as much money as possible.
- Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
- Summarizes monthly spreadsheets containing billing information.
- Have competent computer skills.
- Identify ways the lab can conserve reagents and supplies, yet be as productive as possible.
- It is expected this staff will work Monday-Fridays. However, stem cells need to be fed on a daily basis, even weekends. Some weekend work is therefore available. Once this staff is fully trained, they can cover weekend work if they choose to. Due to the flexible nature of weekend work, it can be performed at any time the candidate desires.
This position assists senior laboratory personnel in planning methods and techniques. Work requires exercising independent judgment and basic theoretical knowledge of the applicable science. This position may include limited supervision of entry-level laboratory personnel, who may refer sensitive or unusual situations to the incumbent. If incumbent cannot find a resolution, the situation is referred to the supervisor.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or other scientific discipline or equivalency; two years full-time laboratory experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Working knowledge of advanced scientific techniques and procedures as well as the ability to make statistical calculations, analyze results, prepare reports and perform specialized tests also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have two or more years of full-time laboratory experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Indicate your level of knowledge and/or experience in making statistical calculations, analyzing results, preparing reports, and performing specialized tests:
- None
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Extensive
Applicant Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
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