Biotechnology Program Lab Coordinator

Utah Tech University; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Tuition waivers for employees and ab[(

Job summary

Utah Tech University is seeking a year-round, full-time Laboratory Coordinator to support laboratory operations across the Biotechnology programs. The role involves cell culture work, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with faculty and students to ensure safe and productive labs.

The position offers an opportunity to contribute to new biotechnology programs and prepare students for careers in biotechnology and biomedical research. Salary and benefits align with university standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or closely related discipline with hands-on mammalian cell culture experience.
• Master's degree in Biology or related discipline preferred.
• Experience in teaching or training in a laboratory setting.
• Experience with cell culture techniques, especially mammalian lines, preferred.
• Familiarity with safety standards in biology labs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and expand cell lines; weekend work as needed.
• Perform aseptic technique, passaging, cryopreservation, and thawing.
• Monitor and troubleshoot contamination.
• Support transfection, viral transduction, and cell-based assays.
• Prepare media and maintain lab documentation.
• Assist with viability assays, microscopy, and molecular analyses.
• Coordinate lab operations with faculty and other coordinators.
• Maintain equipment and SOPs; manage supplies and storage.
• Attend department meetings and support curriculum development.

Skills

Cell culture experience

Laboratory coordination

Teaching experience

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related

Master's degree in Biology or related (preferred)

Tools

Biosafety cabinets

CO2 incubators

Centrifuges

Microscopes

Job description

Position Announcement

The Biotechnology Program at Utah Tech University (UT), within the Department of Biological Sciences, is launching three new programs in the 2026-27 academic year: the B.S. in Biotechnology, the BioLaunch program, and the M.S. in Genomics. We are seeking a year round, full-time Laboratory Coordinator to support laboratory operations across these programs.

Key responsibilities include assisting BioLaunch student teams with lab access, experimental techniques, and project development, supporting faculty and students in Innovative-Based Learning laboratory courses, and maintaining cell culture lines used across all programs. The successful candidate will report to the Biotechnology program coordinator, collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to maintain a safe, well-equipped laboratory environment and ensure students have the training and resources needed for coursework and research success. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the growth of new biotechnology program while preparing students for careers in biotechnology, biomedical research, and related fields.

Additional information about the Department of Biological Sciences, faculty, and program offerings can be found at Utah Tech University Department of Biological Sciences.

Responsibilities

Cell Culture & Technical Support

• Maintain and expand cell lines (have to work during weekend as needed).
• Perform aseptic technique, passaging, cryopreservation, and thawing.
• Monitor and troubleshoot contamination (bacterial, fungal, mycoplasma).
• Support transfection, viral transduction, and other cell-based assays.
• Prepare media, reagents, and maintain cell culture documentation.
• Assist with experimental procedures including viability assays, microscopy, and molecular analyses.

Laboratory Management

• Coordinate Laboratory operations in the biotechnology program with the support of faculty & other lab coordinators.
• Maintain supplies, lab ware, and instruments essential to the operation of BioLaunch and the Innovative-Based Learning lab(s).
• Maintain equipment including biosafety cabinets, CO2 incubators, centrifuges, and microscopes.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and service schedules.
• Organize freezer storage and biological sample tracking.
• Keep accurate records and analyze and report relevant data.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Other

• Work with department faculty to maintain a safe and productive laboratory environment.
• Attend department meetings; work with other faculty and staff in program management and adhere to university policies.
• Opportunity to Instruct select labs, with additional compensation.
• Work with Department Chair, Dean, Biotechnology program coordinator and other faculty in the Biological Sciences department on curriculum and program development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Biology or a closely related discipline from an accredited college or university, along with hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, is required. A Master's degree in Biology or a closely related discipline from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Teaching or training experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience in cell culture techniques, particularly mammalian cell lines is preferred but not required.
• Experience with primary cells, stem cells, or 3D culture systems (preferred).
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulations as they pertain to biology laboratory work.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work with and assist faculty and student teaching assistants
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• An eagerness to engage with colleagues, staff, and administrators to develop ways to improve the educational experience of UT students.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time, overtime-exempt staff position. Annual salary of $55,000 with a desired start date of January 2027. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

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