Pay Rate Range: $16.50 - $21.00 (depending on experience)
Close Date: 04/01/2025
Job Summary
Provide experimental support for various projects to characterize and determine the structures of proteins involved in HIV infection, viral-host interactions, and insulin receptor function as part of the Chris Hill Laboratory at the Department of Biochemistry, University of Utah. Techniques and methods include molecular biology and protein biochemistry. Experiments are expected to be performed under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. Training will be provided as necessary.
Responsibilities
Primary experimental responsibilities potentially include:
- Cloning, plasmid vector construction and production.
- Propagation of bacterial, insect cell, or mammalian cell cultures for large-scale recombinant protein expression.
- Protein purification – affinity-tag, ion exchange, size exclusion chromatography and SDS-PAGE.
- Biochemical characterization of protein reagents and complexes.
Shared responsibilities include general laboratory support (housekeeping, maintenance of supplies and equipment, laboratory waste management, etc.). Additional responsibilities related to specific projects may be assigned by the PI, as needed.
Communication: As this is a teamwork-oriented position, responsibilities include keeping consistent and open communication with other laboratory personnel, providing regular and detailed updates (during group meetings or as needed) on the status and progress of experiments, and maintaining an up-to-date and detailed laboratory notebook.
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
Applicants with demonstrated proficiency and/or laboratory experience in protein purification methods in biomedical laboratory settings will be preferred. Please highlight any previous experience working in sterile laboratory settings, with high-precision measurements, or supporting protein expression and characterization. Salary commensurate with experience.
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.
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.
Posting Specific Questions
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- * Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience in complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials, and substances:
- 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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