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Open Date | 03/25/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38057B |
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 | 00279 - Medicinal Chemistry |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | 15.00 - 21.00 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary | The Wang lab in the department of medicinal chemistry is seeking a lab technician. The Wang lab develops and uses novel biochemical tools to study the regulatory installation, recognition, dynamics, and functions of important chemical modifications on RNA, including N6-methyladenosine, pseudouridine and inosine. |
Responsibilities | Responsibilities · Performs laboratory research as directed by the supervisor(s). Responsibilities will be modified as the technician gains experience in our lab. Responsibilities may include: · molecular biology assays (protein purification, PCR, sequencing, etc.). · Cellular assays (cell culture, transfection, western blotting, RT-qPCR, etc) · Attends laboratory meetings, presents data and participates in discussions · Contributes to general laboratory maintenance and general reagent production as needed · Reads the literature and prepare for the labwork · Demonstrated skill in written and verbal communication · Demonstrated ability to work independently and ask for guidance when needed · Applicants who are willing to learn and contribute to the lab environment for up to 2 years · This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen · 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 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 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. |
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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. |
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