Open Date: 06/09/2024
Requisition Number: PRN38810B
Job Title: Lab Technician
Working Title: Lab Technician - Microbiology & Immunology
Job Grade: C
FLSA Code: Nonexempt
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend/evening hours as required to meet paper and grant submission deadlines.
Department: 00247 - Pathology
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Pay Rate Range: $12.02 to $21.29
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Summary:
Roy Lab in the Department of Pathology has an immediate opening for a Lab Technician in the area of microbiology and immunology. Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. Records observations and measurements and reports results. May be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. May assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials, and ordering and stocking of materials and equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed.
- Performs specialized tests and procedures using complex equipment.
- Procures supplies and materials needed for laboratory research.
- Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research.
- Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
- Supervises the care of research animals; performs minor animal surgery or collects animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Orders supplies and experimental materials needed to conduct research.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences:
Prior lab experience and animal handling preferred.
Special Instructions Summary:
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
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.
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