R&D Lab Technician I — Molecular QC & Training

ARUP Laboratories; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUP Laboratories in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a laboratory technician to support R&D Integrated Molecular - 289. The role focuses on data handling, specimen processing, and quality control under supervision.

Responsibilities include preparing specimens, reagent handling, equipment maintenance, ensuring safety, and protecting data confidentiality while contributing to our culture of accountability and excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college biology coursework preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated competency in laboratory settings is preferred.
• Background in biology or life sciences is favorable.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents quality control and equipment maintenance.
• Understands appropriate specimen collection, handling, and transport.
• Accurately retrieves and de-identifies specimens according to established procedures.
• Notifies supervisor of specimens that meet rejection criteria and resolves issues.
• Prepares, organizes, and reviews specimens for run setup; ensures correct sample order.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment; follows safety rules.
• Under supervision, begins training on complex processes and procedures.
• Assists others in areas of defined competency when workload allows.
• Complies with safety and biohazard regulations; maintains data confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent or better

Some college courses in biology or related life sciences

Previous laboratory experience

Job description

ARUP Laboratories in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a laboratory technician to support R&D Integrated Molecular - 289. The role focuses on data handling, specimen processing, and quality control under supervision.

Responsibilities include preparing specimens, reagent handling, equipment maintenance, ensuring safety, and protecting data confidentiality while contributing to our culture of accountability and excellence.