Details
Open Date 02/04/2023
Requisition Number PRN13386N
Job Title Hourly Research Assistant
Working Title Hourly Research Assistant
Job Grade B
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 10-15
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01337 - Molecular Medicine Program
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 9.62 to 17.31
Close Date
Job Summary
Our lab is interested in improving healthy aging with nutritional approaches using mice as a pre-clinical model for discovery. In particular, we are investigating the benefits of time-restricted feeding and calorie restriction in improving metabolic disease in a mouse model of diet-induced obesity. We are seeking a conscientious, detail-oriented, motivated and enthusiastic research assistant scientist to join our team. You will be provided with technical and scientific training on-the-job in a friendly and collaborative environment.
Project Duration:
Up to 3 years
10-15 hours per week
Responsibilities
1. Responsible for the daily care of animals.
2. Assist lab personnel with the research procedures and techniques.
3. Sample processing.
4. Lab maintenance and support.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
- Students majoring in a Medical or Biological Sciences related subject are preferred.
- Students must be willing to work with mice.
- Students must be punctual, meticulous and rigorous in completing assigned tasks.
- Prior experience, background or interests in any of the following areas are also beneficial: Nutrition; Aging; Metabolism; Circadian Clock.
- The ability to work well as a team member with effective communication skills is essential.
Special Instructions Summary
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.
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