Lab Research Technician I — Data & Experiments

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,656 - 45,115; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

University of Utah in Salt Lake City invites applications for a Research Technician I in the Human Genetics department. This full-time, day-shift role supports the scientific team with data analysis, tests, and experiments, and involves setup, operation, and maintenance of lab instruments.

The position is entry-level, with a typical 40-hour workweek and a pay range reflecting student-friendly compensation. Background checks may be required, and university policies apply.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; requires little to no related experience.
• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., bachelor’s degree = 4 years of related experience).
• Department may hire at Research Technician, I level with similar requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform various support tasks in the Leffler Lab to assist the scientific research team with data analysis, tests, and experiments.
• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Gather and record research data and keep detailed logs of experiments.
• Conduct literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information for research use.
• Make statistical calculations, analyze data, and prepare reports summarizing results.
• Assist with receipt and inspection of materials, maintaining the website, and ordering and stocking of materials.
• Perform routine tasks as directed and under close supervision (entry-level support).

Job description

University of Utah in Salt Lake City invites applications for a Research Technician I in the Human Genetics department. This full-time, day-shift role supports the scientific team with data analysis, tests, and experiments, and involves setup, operation, and maintenance of lab instruments.

The position is entry-level, with a typical 40-hour workweek and a pay range reflecting student-friendly compensation. Background checks may be required, and university policies apply.