Research Technicians

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,656 - 45,115; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

University of Utah in Salt Lake City invites applications for a Research Technician I in the Human Genetics department. This full-time, day-shift role supports the scientific team with data analysis, tests, and experiments, and involves setup, operation, and maintenance of lab instruments.

The position is entry-level, with a typical 40-hour workweek and a pay range reflecting student-friendly compensation. Background checks may be required, and university policies apply.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; requires little to no related experience.
• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., bachelor’s degree = 4 years of related experience).
• Department may hire at Research Technician, I level with similar requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform various support tasks in the Leffler Lab to assist the scientific research team with data analysis, tests, and experiments.
• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Gather and record research data and keep detailed logs of experiments.
• Conduct literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information for research use.
• Make statistical calculations, analyze data, and prepare reports summarizing results.
• Assist with receipt and inspection of materials, maintaining the website, and ordering and stocking of materials.
• Perform routine tasks as directed and under close supervision (entry-level support).

Job description

Overview

• Job Title: Research Technician, I
• Department: 00246 - Human Genetics
• Location: Campus, Salt Lake City, UT
• Employment Type: Full Time, Day shift
• Standard Hours per Week: 40
• Pay Range: $9.45 to $21.69
• FLSA Code: Nonexempt

Responsibilities

• Perform various support tasks in the Leffler Lab to assist the scientific research team with data analysis, tests, and experiments.
• Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment.
• Gather and record research data and keep detailed logs of experiments.
• Conduct literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information for research use.
• Make statistical calculations, analyze data, and prepare reports summarizing results.
• Assist with receipt and inspection of materials, maintaining the website, and ordering and stocking of materials.
• Perform routine tasks as directed and under close supervision (entry-level support).

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Entry-level position; requires little to no related experience.
• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., bachelor’s degree = 4 years of related experience).
• Department may hire at Research Technician, I level with similar requirements.

Preferred and Additional Information

• Type: Benefited Staff
• Special Instructions: See university policies for retirement and post-retirement rules; background check or drug screen may be required.
• University values inclusivity and accessibility; reasonable accommodations available in the application process.

EEO and nondiscrimination statements and relevant policies are included in the posting as required by law. For accommodation requests or questions about Title IX and related policies, contact the university’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX.