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Open Date | 05/08/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN14818N |
Job Title | Lab Technician |
Working Title | Lab Technician (Work-Study) |
Job Grade | C |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | No |
Type | Non Benefited Staff / Student |
Temporary? | Yes |
Standard Hours per Week | 19 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Part Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | |
Is this a work study job? | Yes |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
Department | 00943 - HSC Core Resrch Facility Oper |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | 12.02 to 21.63 |
Close Date | |
Job Summary | The University of Utah is recruiting a Flow Cytometry Technician to assist in the daily operation of the Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The Flow Cytometry Core Facility provides cell-sorting and analysis services to both internal and external investigators. The Flow Cytometry technician supports facility staff and provides assistance in the overall workflow including calibration, operation, and maintenance of all sorters and analyzers. The Flow Cytometry Technician is responsible for providing guidance and assistance to new and existing facility users and will have the opportunity to work on several different instrumentation platforms. Current lab instrumentation includes: BD FacsAria cell sorters, Propel labs Avalon Cell sorter, Sony Cell Sorters, Cytek Spectral Aurora, Amnis Imagestream, BD Fortessa analyzers, BD X20 analyzer, BD Celesta analyzer, BD Canto analyzer, Cytek DXP. It should be noted that this position will offer professional development driven by the desires of the employee. The world of “Cytometry” is large, encompassing instrumentation advancements, and scientific disciplines ranging from cutting edge clinical research to very basic science. Furthering cytometry education in the pursuit of a SCYM (Specialist in Cytometry) certificate is a reasonable goal and provides a formal process ensuring competencies in the field. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training. Facility website: https://flowcytometry.cores.utah.edu/ |
Responsibilities | 1. Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed. 2. Performs specialized tests and procedures using complex equipment. 3. Procures supplies and materials needed for laboratory research. 4. Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research. 5. Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results. 6. May supervise the care of research animals; perform minor animal surgery or collect animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis. 7. Orders supplies and experimental materials needed to conduct research. 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. |
Preferences | This job posting is only available to University of Utah students who have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. Please login to CIS and go to the Finance/Financial Aid section to view your Financial Aid Status. If you have not received a Federal Work-Study Award, then do not complete and submit this application. Before hire, this employer will confirm that you have received a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year. |
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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