Laboratory Technicians

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Laboratory Technician to conduct experiments, prepare solutions and specimens, and support daily lab operations on a full-time schedule. The role includes hands-on training and close mentorship from the Principal Investigator (PI) as part of a busy academic lab environment in Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities include performing tests, preparing samples, following SOPs/GLPs, maintaining clean work areas, and assisting with calibration of instruments.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Laboratory Technician I requires little to no related experience.
• Laboratory Technician II requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Laboratory Technician III requires 3+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests, experiments, and analyses.
• Prepare and weigh samples for testing and analysis.
• Conduct tests, assays, and other protocols under direction of a supervisor.
• Follow SOPs and GLPs.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order.
• May calibrate instruments.
• Mid-level support role with routine tasks under moderate supervision.

Education

Higher education (1 year substituted for 1 year work experience)

Job description

Track Level S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

TBD

VP Area

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department

Department 00116 - School of Biological Sciences

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 14-16/hour

Close Date

Close Date 11/13/2026

Job Summary

The laboratory technician will be responsible for conducting experiments and collecting data, assisting with experimental preparation by making solutions and preparing specimens, and supporting daily laboratory operations, including equipment setup, cleaning, and maintenance. The technician will receive extensive hands‑on training and mentorship from the Principal Investigator (PI).

Responsibilities

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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).
• Laboratory Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.
• Laboratory Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Laboratory Technician, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Preferences

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in small animal surgery, electrophysiology, histology, or other biological laboratory techniques and coursework, as well as a strong interest in neuroscience research.

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 [phone] 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 [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] 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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Contact Information

University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: [phone] By Email: [e-mail]