The Steele Center for Translational Medicine (SCTM) aims to identify therapeutic targets for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and its newest initiative, glaucoma, two leading causes of visual impairment worldwide. The SCTM is comprised of an interdisciplinary team of basic and applied researchers, clinicians, clinical staff, and national/international collaborators. Our scientific efforts center around unique resources, including a collection of over 8,000 pairs of donated human eyes – complete with full genetic profiles, images, and ophthalmic and medical histories – and a large study cohort of AMD and glaucoma patients. This research aims to help better understand genotype-directed disease mechanisms, identify causal pathways and targets, and develop novel therapies to halt blinding eye diseases.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Compiles data from medical, ocular, and other related sources.
- Enters data into the FileMaker Pro program or other programs related to the research.
- Maintains files and records of research data.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA, and IRB regulations while possessing an understanding of research procedures. Knowledge of data management and FileMaker Pro.
- Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Possible laboratory work in the future, if desired.
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment usage and maintenance.
- Knowledge of ocular structure and pathology, specifically as it relates to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma.
- Availability to perform on-call functions as a backup only. These functions include:
- Maintains the physical environment of the lab.
- Collect human donor tissue specimens and process them according to research protocol.
- Back up on-call shifts only when staffing is lacking – not perform as the main function.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It 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.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment
Nearly Continuously: Lab environment
Seldom: Infectious disease fumes (There is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids)
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, or equivalency, plus two years of related experience. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.
- A valid Utah Driver’s License may be required in certain departments.
- Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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Special Instructions Summary
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.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field or equivalency? (One year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience)
- * How many years of related work experience do you have?
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more
Required DocumentsOptional 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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