Research Technician

University-of-Uta; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 13,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

URS retirement plan

Job summary

University of Utah seeks a Research Technician to join the CVRTI lab under Dr. Guo, focusing on genetic aspects of cardiovascular diseases. The role emphasizes organization, data recording, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.

Ideal for recent graduates, this full-time, day-shift position offers hands-on experience with genome editing, sequencing, imaging, and stem cell biology in a vibrant academic setting. Campus location, benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Equivalency statement: 1 year of higher education can substitute for 1 year of related work experience.
• Entry‑level position in the Research Technician I track.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing lab supplies and preparing cell cultures.
• Work with laboratory mice (breeding, genotyping, surgery, histology) and support genetics/molecular biology projects.
• Keep detailed records and participate in weekly lab meetings; maintain stock supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Work authorization in the U.S.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science

Job description

Details

Open Date 11/03/2026

Requisition Number PRN46666B

Job Title Research Technicians

Working Title Research Technician

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00213 - CVRTI

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $9.45 to $21.69

Close Date 02/28/2027

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 02/28/2027

Job Summary

Dr. Hongchao Guo's laboratory is looking for a research lab technician to work full-time in his lab in the Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research and Training Institute ( CVRTI ) at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City. The research interests of the Guo lab (https://cvrti.utah.edu/the-guo-laboratory/) focus on deciphering the genetic mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases. The Guo lab has an interdisciplinary research environment, including molecular and cellular biology, cardiac physiology, genetics, human stem cell biology and bioinformatics.

We apply a multidisciplinary approach combining genome editing, DNA / RNA sequencing, imaging, biochemistry, induced pluripotent stem cells, and animal studies to gain broader insights into the genetic/molecular understanding of normal and pathological heart function.

We seek a self-motivated research assistant with strong organizational and communication skills to join our enthusiastic, collaborative, and creative team in an outstanding scientific environment. This is an ideal opportunity for recent college graduates who wish to gain hands‑on research experience before moving on to graduate school, medical school, or an MD/PhD program in the biological sciences.

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Research Technician, I

The research technician will take on responsibilities which include assisting for organizing lab supplies, preparing cell cultures, working with laboratory mice (breeding, genotyping, surgery, histological studies), and supporting research projects involving genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, and cardiology for other lab members. Keep detailed accurate records of lab work/data and participate regularly in weekly lab meetings. Maintain and stock supplies. Entry‑level support role. Performs routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.

Requires little to no related experience.

This is an Entry‑Level position in the Support track.

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.

Preferences

• The applicant holds a bachelor’s degree in a biological science relevant research area but not limited to cardiology, genetics, molecular and cellular biology, computer science, and human stem cell biology.
• The successful applicant should have good communication skills, excellent organizational skills, prioritization skills, time management skills, and a strong work ethic.
• The successful applicant should have the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, to interact positively and collaborate with all levels of staff, and to work efficiently.
• The applicant has work authorization in the U.S.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

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