Lab Technician
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Announcement
Open Date | 03/18/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38009B |
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 | 00246 - Human Genetics |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | 12.02 to 21.63 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary | The lab technician will assist in scientific and managerial aspects of the Kardon research laboratory, which studies the molecular mechanisms and cell-cell interactions regulating muscle development, regeneration, and effects of viral infection on muscle structure and function using cutting-edge techniques. We are particularly focused on muscle stem cells and their interaction with the surrounding connective tissue. More information on research available at http://www.kardonlab.org/. Technician will assist in management of a mouse colony as well as conduct supervised research (leading to publications). Technician must be reliable, well organized, detail-oriented, excited about research in a team environment |
Responsibilities | 1. Assist in managing mouse colony. Set up and monitor matings, genotype mice, maintain data base of mouse lines. 2. Assist in muscle development and regeneration experiments, working in a team with graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. 3. Harvest, prepare, and process tissue for histological staining, immunofluorescence, and RNA in situ hybridization. Strong focus on whole-mount confocal and 2 photon imaging. 4. Assist in tissue culture experiments. 5. Molecular biology experiments including western blots, qPCR, and cloning. 6. Assist in performance and analysis of bulk and single cell RNA-seq experiments. 7. Assist with ordering, stocking, and inventory of laboratory supplies and maintenance of equipment. The lab technician will work as a team member in managing mouse colony and assistant in research on muscle development, regeneration, or viral effects on muscle structure and function. Work requires exercising independent judgment and basic theoretical knowledge of biology and scientific methods. Work is team-based and overseen by senior members of the lab and lab head, Gabrielle Kardon. 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. |
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)
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- No
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Please indicate your knowledge and/or level of experience in complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances:
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- 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