Research Technician, II

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Research in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Research Technician II to support molecular pharmaceutics research. The role involves setting up and maintaining lab equipment, assisting with tests and experiments, preparing media and reagents, and recording data under moderate supervision.

Requires at least one year of related experience; prior work in preclinical imaging and theranostics is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related experience in preclinical imaging or theranostics.
• Experience with small-animal PET imaging and gamma counting.
• Strong record-keeping and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Assist research team with tests and experiments.
• Prepare media, samples, solutions, and reagents.
• Perform testing, monitoring, and record data.
• Manage supplies and inventory.

Skills

Preclinical imaging experience

Rodent handling

Data logging

Tools

Image analysis software

Radiochemistry procedures

Job description

Details
Open Date 11/03/2026
Requisition Number PRN46667B
Job Title Research Technicians
Working Title Research Technician, II
Career Progression Track S00
Track Level S2 - Intermediate
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 00283 - Molecular Pharmaceutics
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $10.92 to $25.06
Close Date 11/12/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
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.
Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.
Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Assists scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments.
• Prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents.
• Perform testing and monitoring.
• Gather and record and log research data.

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, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
Preferences
Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in preclinical nuclear imaging and theranostics research.
• Demonstrated experience with small-animal PET imaging, gamma counting, autoradiography, and other preclinical imaging techniques.
• Hands-on proficiency in working with rodent models (mice and rats), including animal handling, tail vein injections, tumor implantation procedures (subcutaneous and intraperitoneal), necropsy, tissue collection, and biodistribution studies.
• Experience handling, processing, and disposing of radioactive materials in compliance with institutional and regulatory safety requirements.
• Familiarity with radiochemistry procedures, including preparation and execution of radiolabeling protocols and related laboratory procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate experimental records, collect and analyze research data, and follow established laboratory protocols.
• Experience supporting laboratory operations, including inventory management, ordering supplies, maintaining laboratory documentation, and assisting with regulatory compliance activities.
• Ability to contribute to research activities through preparation of reports, manuscripts, grant applications, and related documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required to accommodate radioactive isotope production, handling schedules, imaging studies, and isotope decay timelines.

Preferred (Highly Desirable) Qualifications

• Previous experience in molecular imaging, nuclear medicine, radiopharmaceutical development, or theranostics research.
• Experience with image analysis software and quantitative analysis of preclinical imaging data.
• Knowledge of radiation safety regulations and small-animal research compliance requirements.

Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
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