Research Technician

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking Research Technicians to support a fast-paced biomedical research team in Ophthalmology-Research. Positions range from I to IV, with responsibilities including preparing media, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting experiments under supervision.

Standard hours are 40 per week, with day shifts and a full-time, benefited staff appointment. Entry-to-senior levels welcome, with equivalency options for related experience.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in complex lab techniques, equipment, and scientific terminology.
• Skilled in statistical analysis and report preparation.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Willingness to work with mice.

Responsibilities

• Entry-level to IV responsibilities for supporting multiple research technicians.
• Perform various support tasks assisting scientific research team with tests and experiments.
• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Gather and record research data and keep detailed logs of experiments.

Skills

Lab techniques

Statistical analysis

Communication

Time management

Willingness to work with mice

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or related field

Job description

Open Date 10/09/2026

Requisition Number PRN46452B

Job Title Research Technicians

Working Title Research Technician

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $13.07 - $25.34

Close Date 01/09/2027

Job Summary

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Mid-level or senior-level support role. Complete routine tasks under moderate or little supervision.

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Responsibilities

Research Technician, I

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Entry-level support role. Performs routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.

Research Technician, II

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Mid-level support role. Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision.

Research Technician, III

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Senior-level support role. Completes assignments with little supervision. May assist less‑experienced team members.

Research Technician, IV

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Highest-level support. Performs advanced tasks under minimal supervision. May mentor less‑experienced team members.

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:

Research Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Research Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Research Technician, III : Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Research Technician, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience.

• Proficiency in complex lab techniques, equipment, and scientific terminology.
• Skilled in statistical analysis and report preparation.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Willingness to work with mice.

Preferences

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience).

Type

Benefited Staff

Additional Information

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