Lab Technician-Brown Lab

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brown lab at the University of Utah seeks a research technician to support projects on fungal pathogenesis and biology, using molecular, cellular, and genetic approaches. The role involves performing tests, preparing samples, and following SOPs and GLPs.

You will maintain an up-to-date lab notebook, participate in lab meetings, and assist with genetic manipulation, PCR and DNA extraction, sequencing sample prep, fungal culturing, cell imaging, and pathogenesis experiments in tissue culture

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Equivalency statement allows 1 year of higher education to substitute for related work experience.
• Follow SOPs and GLPs in a laboratory setting.
• Work under moderate supervision and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support projects on fungal biology and pathogenesis through genetic manipulation, PCR, and sequencing preparation.
• Maintain an up-to-date lab notebook and participate in lab meetings.
• Assist with fungal culturing, imaging, and pathogenesis studies in tissue culture and animal models under guidance.

Skills

Genetic manipulation

PCR

DNA extraction

Cell imaging

Lab notebook maintenance

Education

Equivalency (1 year higher education substituted for 1 year related work experience)

Tools

Genome sequencing prep

Sterile technique

Job description

Job Summary

The Brown lab at the University of Utah seeks a research technician to support projects related to fungal pathogenesis and biology. We using molecular, cellular, and genetic approaches to study the biology of pathogenic fungi. We are looking for a research technician to support projects in the lab in this general area.

Perform laboratory tests, experiments, and analyses. Prepare and weigh samples for testing and analysis. Conduct tests, assays, and other protocols under the direction of a laboratory services manager, physician, nurse, or scientist. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). Ensure all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order. May be responsible for calibration of instruments. Mid-level support role. Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision.

Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

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Responsibilities

Specific duties: Support projects on fungal biology and pathogenesis by performing genetic manipulation of fungal, PCR and DNA extraction, whole genome sequencing sample preparation and analysis, fungal culturing experiments, cell imaging, and pathogenesis experiments in tissue culture and animal models. Employee is expected to maintain an up-to-date lab notebook, participate in lab meetings, and present and discuss findings under guidance of mentors.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

• Laboratory Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.
• Laboratory Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Preferences

• Recent college graduate planning to apply to PhD programs
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, DNA analysis, etc.), fungal culture and genetic manipulation
• Experience with systems models of pathogenesis
• Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Special Instructions

• Requisition Number: PRN45860B
• Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
• Work Schedule Summary: TBD
• Department: 00116 - School of Biological Sciences
• Location: Campus
• Pay Rate Range: $18 - 20
• Close Date: 09/25/2026
• Open Until Filled