Open Date: 09/04/2024
Requisition Number: PRN39753B
Job Title: Lab Technician
Working Title: Lab Technician
Job Grade: C
FLSA Code: Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: M-F 8-5p
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 00943 - HSC Core Resrch Facility Oper
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 12.02 to 21.29
Close Date: Open Until Filled
Job Summary:
Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. The University of Utah is recruiting a Flow Cytometry Technician to assist in the daily operation of the Flow Cytometry Core Facility, which provides cell-sorting and analysis services to both internal and external investigators. The technician supports facility staff and assists in overall workflow including calibration, operation, and maintenance of all sorters and analyzers. Responsibilities also include providing guidance and assistance to new and existing facility users.
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.
- May supervise the care of research animals; perform minor animal surgery or collect 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.
Work Environment:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals). Seldom: Exposure to animals.
Physical Requirements:
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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.
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