Lab Technician
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Announcement
Open Date | 04/01/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38107B |
Job Title | Lab Technician |
Working Title | Lab Technician |
Job Grade | C |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
Standard Hours per Week | 20 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Part Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | 20 hours per week. Monday through Friday, with schedule availability between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The scheduled hours may vary depending on operational needs. |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
Department | 00848 - Pediatric Administration |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | $14.42 to $21.29 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary | Job Summary The Division of Pediatric Critical Care has an immediate opening for a Lab Technician. Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. Records observations and measurements and reports results. May be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining cleanrooms and equipment. May assist with receipt and inspection of raw materials, and ordering and stocking of materials and equipment. Technician time will be split between the Schober and Watt labs. The Schober lab focuses on neurologic outcomes after traumatic injury (TBI) to the developing brain, using a rat pup model. The Schober lab has studied Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), a component of fish oil, and published novel findings on how inflammation in the developing rat brain responds to injury with or without treatment with DHA. Ongoing work highlights sex-dependent differences and functional aspects of the brain’s immune cells, such as the ability to make reactive oxygen species and phagocytose beads. The link to a YouTube video summarizing the lab’s work can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPDseEuLwJE&t=1716s This part-time position qualifies for the following benefits:
Information on University of Utah benefits can be viewed at:https://benefits.utah.edu/ |
Responsibilities | Essential Functions General responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities:
Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. |
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 is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly 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. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
Posting Specific Questions
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Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
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Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience in complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances:
- None
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Extensive
Applicant Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169