Details
Open Date 11/10/2023
Requisition Number PRN36893B
Job Title Lab Technician
Working Title Lab Technician
Job Grade C
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 00278 - Add Program
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 12.02 - 25.78
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The ADD Program at the University of Utah is seeking to hire an outstanding individual to join our research team as Lab Technician. Employee will perform technical procedures in a research laboratory by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. The lab technician will perform experiments using rodent models, record observations, and report results. The lab technician is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining lab space and equipment. May assist with ordering of supplies.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or other scientific discipline or equivalency required; with a minimum of 4yrs. Experience. Knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Experience in handling mice and rats, dosing calculations, administering drugs, collecting samples, and using laboratory equipment preferred. Ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Essential Functions
1. Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed.
2. Able to calculate drug formulations and administer drugs to rodents.
3. Performs tests and procedures using rodents and laboratory equipment.
4. Assists with purchasing of laboratory supplies and materials.
5. Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
Problem Solving
This position assists senior laboratory personnel in planning methods and techniques. Work requires exercising independent judgment and basic theoretical knowledge of the applicable science.
Work is performed in accordance with the supervision of senior laboratory personnel.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Exposure to animals. Lab environment. Laboratory equipment.
Often: Blinded testing compounds, use of needles.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion, walking, standing, sitting.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Type Benefited Staff
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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, 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 Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
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