Senior Research Specialist - Lab Analytics & Grants Expert

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah Health Neurobiology Research department is seeking Research Specialists, V to set up and conduct experiments according to established protocols under the direction of scientists. You will perform a range of tasks contributing to tests and studies supporting research objectives and prepare samples for analysis.

The role involves collecting and analyzing data, testing and documenting results, and summarizing findings to inform decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.
• This is an Expert-Level position in the General Professional track.
• Requires specialized skill set and advanced level knowledge in the field.

Responsibilities

• Set up and conduct experiments according to established research protocols under scientists' direction.
• Prepare samples for analysis and perform laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Collect and analyze data, test, validate, and document results.
• Summarize research findings and assist in preparing grants, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, reports, and presentations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

Master’s degree (or equivalent)

Job description

The University of Utah Health Neurobiology Research department is seeking Research Specialists, V to set up and conduct experiments according to established protocols under the direction of scientists. You will perform a range of tasks contributing to tests and studies supporting research objectives and prepare samples for analysis.

The role involves collecting and analyzing data, testing and documenting results, and summarizing findings to inform decisions.