The Blackwood Laboratory at the University of Utah, Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research and Training Institute (CVRTI) invites highly motivated candidates to apply for a Laboratory Specialist position. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded, enthusiastic individual with training in the broad area of biomedical sciences. The candidate should have experience performing research in a laboratory setting designing, organizing, managing and carrying out research. The incumbent will analyze research hypotheses using controlled investigations, experiments and/or trials for research on studies focused on cardiovascular disease using animal and cell models of cardiac pathology, with a goal toward translating basic science findings to clinically viable potential therapeutics. This individual should be detail-oriented, conscientious, able to follow instructions, and have the ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
Responsibilities
- Administrative Duties:
- Assist in maintaining and updating IACUC protocols along with experimental standard operating procedures.
- Serve as the lab point of contact for vivarium staff and IACUC laboratory inspections.
- Assist with financial management of lab as it relates to mouse colonies including reconciliation of lab expenses.
- Assist with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies inventory.
- Effort: 10%
- Assists in management of all mouse colonies in close coordination with the PI and senior lab staff.
- Oversees all mouse colony husbandry and genotyping strategies.
- Contributes as a scientific team member to research projects that include several techniques related to small animal cardiovascular physiology that include, but are not limited to: microsurgical techniques (e.g. transverse aortic constriction, myocardial infarction, device implantation, etc.), necropsies, ex vivo experimentation (Langendorff isolated perfused hearts), hemodynamic measurements, isolation and culture of primary neonatal and adult rodent cell, and echocardiography.
- Conducts components of research projects according to plan. Collaborates with senior lab staff to design research methodologies. Works on the collection of data and analysis of research results.
- Identifies and recommends solutions to identifiable problems.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Effort: 60%
- Cell & Molecular Biology Experimentation Duties:
- Assists with tissue culture and passaging of cells for the purposes of mass quantity generation of adeno-associated and adenoviruses.
- Performs cell & molecular techniques pertinent for mouse genotyping (i.e. PCR) and ongoing lab projects.
- Effort: 30%
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or other scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); 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.
Preferences
- Master’s degree: Physiology or related field
- 3-4 years’ experience performing experimentation in small animal models of cardiovascular disease with a focus on physiology monitoring
- 1-2 years’ experience in standard cell & molecular techniques and tissue culture
- 1-2 years’ animal husbandry experience in laboratory setting
Additional Information
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.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly 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.
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)
- * Do you have two or more years of full-time laboratory experience?
- * Indicate your level of knowledge and/or experience in making statistical calculations, analyzing results, preparing reports, and performing specialized tests:
- None
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Extensive
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- 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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