Lab Specialist

University of Utah, United States

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Location: Salt Lake City, UTAH
Job Type: FullTime
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Announcement
Open Date 09/23/2021
Requisition Number PRN27775B
Job Title Lab Specialist
Working Title Lab Specialist
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40 hours
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area President
Department 01274 - HCI Biorepository
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 15.19 to 28.08
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Performs advanced laboratory techniques and procedures in HCI Biorepository Molecular Diagnostics Section in a collaborative research laboratory setting. Supports daily operations of the laboratory and its personnel. The primary daily role includes isolating and quantifying nucleic acid from consented patient specimens for research purposes, in accordance with the cores College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation. Other roles will seek to further the cores mission of enabling clinical, translational, and basic science research by providing cutting-edge genetic analysis of consented patient specimens and research samples. Platforms used in the core include NanoString nCounter and GeoMx, BioRad QX200 Droplet Digital PCR.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:

·   Performs nucleic acid extractions from consented patient specimens, quantifies the quantity and quality of the extractions, and prepares reports for the requester detailing these results.
·   Prepare and process samples to be run on the platforms offered by the core, NanoString nCounter, and GeoMx and BioRad QX200 Droplet Digital PCR.
·   Assist the core director in the design, implementation, and performance of new protocols and procedures, as well as the modification of existing techniques.
·   Reviews scientific literature for information concerning experimental procedures.
·   Maintains accurate and detailed experimental records and maintains standard operating procedures and quality control records for laboratory reagents.
·   May supervise, train and review the work of laboratory personnel.
·   Problem Solving
 
Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring individuals whose merit and experience promote a diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workforce and culture. 
Each employee has a unique background and life experience. We believe that maximizing diversity fuels the success of our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview, we invite you to share how your background, beliefs, and experience will prepare you to be effective in working in an environment that values diversity and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. 
Learn more about HCI’s commitments at huntsmancancer.org/edi and/or contact HCI’s Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. 
This job description 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.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required: 
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals).
Seldom: Exposure to animals.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. 
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or other scientific discipline or equivalency; two years full-time laboratory experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Working knowledge of advanced scientific techniques and procedures as well as the ability to make statistical calculations, analyze results, prepare reports and perform specialized tests also required. 
 
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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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)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
[email protected]
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.
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.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * 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
  • * Do you have two or more years of full-time laboratory experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Indicate your level of knowledge and/or experience in making statistical calculations, analyzing results, preparing reports, and performing specialized tests:
    • None
    • Minimal
    • Moderate
    • Extensive
  • Do you have any current relatives working at HCI?

    (Open Ended Question)

  • Which pronouns do you prefer that people use for you?
    • She, her, hers
    • He, him, his
    • They, them, theirs
    • Ze, hir, hirs
    • Just my name, please

    • Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
  • Resume
    • Optional Documents
  • 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

    • University Human Resource Management
    250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
    Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: [email protected]

     


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