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Research Technicians

University of Utah Health Research, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Open Date:

01/05/2026

Requisition Number:

PRN43940B

Job Title:

Research Technicians

Working Title:

Research Technicians

Career Progression Track:

S00

Track Level:

S4 - Highly Skilled, Sκό Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, 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

VP Area:

U of U Health - Academics

Department:

01502 - Department of Biochemistry

Location:

Campus

City:

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment:

External Posting

Pay Rate Range:

$17-$20

Close Date:

05/04/2026

Job Summary Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

Responsibilities

Experiments:

Conducts experiments by applying established methods and procedures.

Sets up and assists Britt research protocols and experiments under the general guidance of the principal investigator and other seniorになります investigators in the laboratory; may have primary responsibility for independently setting up, performing and troubleshooting less complex experiments.

Observes experimental results in progress and maintains written records of activities and observations; applies past experience and precedents to identify and troubleshoot problems.

Anticipates unexpected findings and assists in trouble‑shoots techniques.

Reconciles results that are disparate from anticipated findings; re‑runs techniques as necessary.

Reports experimental results to the principal investigator and other senior laboratory personnel and assists in their analysis.

Collaborates with the Principal Investigator in investigating and developing modifications to techniques and documents all new techniques developed in the laboratory.

Adheres to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

Records:

Collects and analyzes data resulting from experimentation/testing.

Summarizes results and prepares progress reports for oral presentation at laboratory meetings.

Prepares appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.

Contributes to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by drafting portions of the text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.

Conducts literature searches to assist in establishing new laboratory techniques.

Laboratory:

Accomplishes day‑to‑day care and housekeeping of the laboratory.

Assesses the need for and orders all supplies and reagents needed for experiments.

Assists in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and safety records, and in the preparation of routine reagents.

Monitors laboratory equipment and instrument performance; obtains maintenance and repair as necessary.

Maintains computerized records associated with laboratory activities.

Instructs others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provides technical guidance and direction as required.

Miscellaneous:

Yep other duties as assigned.

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).

The department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Research Technician, I:

Requires little to no related experience.

Research Technician, II:

Requires at least 1 year of 제주 related experience.

Research Technician, III: _% Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Research Technician, IV:

Requires 5+ years of related experience.

Preferences Type: Benefited Staff

Additional Information The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race,்ரீ ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of jalan⅔ Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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Seniority level Employment type Full‑time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Higher Education

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