Research Technician

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsman Cancer Institute is seeking a technically skilled researcher to perform RNA and DNA microinjections into zebrafish embryos to support a pediatric CNS tumor model. You will screen fish for tumor formation and conduct molecular assays such as qPCR and Western blot, plus immunohistochemistry on tumor samples.

Training in cloning and bioinformatics may be provided. You will contribute to maintaining zebrafish lines, preparing buffers and reagents, and supporting senior lab members in a

Qualifications

• Molecular biology experience preferred.
• Zebrafish experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform microinjection of RNA and DNA into zebrafish embryos to model tumors.
• Screen zebrafish for tumor formation and monitor growth.
• Conduct qPCR, Western analysis, and immunohistochemistry on tumor samples.
• Maintain zebrafish lines and prepare materials for common molecular biology assays.

Skills

Zebrafish handling

Molecular biology

qPCR

Western blot

Immunohistochemistry

Gene cloning

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Job description

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities of this technical position will be microinjection of RNA and DNA into zebrafish embryos to assist in characterizing a tumor model of childhood central nervous system cancer. The candidate will screen fish for tumor formation, as well as perform molecular and biochemical assays (qPCR, Western analysis) and immunohistochemistry on tumor samples. Depending upon their qualifications, the candidate will be trained in several molecular biology and genetic techniques, including using bioinformatics to identify genes, cloning genes into expression vectors and preparing DNA and RNA probes. General laboratory responsibilities will include contributing to the maintenance of a zebrafish lines, quality preparing materials for general molecular biology techniques (making buffers), and assisting senior lab members. Zebrafish experience is a plus, but not mandatory. Molecular biology experience preferred.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

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Minimum Qualifications

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45815B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary

Department: 01914 - HCI Sam Cheshier Lab

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 9.62 to 16.86

Close Date: 10/30/2026

Open Until Filled