Lab Technician - Salt Lake City, United States - University of Utah

Description

Lab Technician

Job Summary

The Shaw Laboratory is located within the Cardiovascular Research and Training Institute (CVRTI) at the University of Utah. The Shaw Lab is focused on the trafficking of proteins in cardiac cells.

We are looking for an exceptional individual who wants to work in a highly supportive research environment and be involved in high impact research projects.

The technician will perform technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

Responsibilities

• Confers with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommends modifications as needed.
• Performs specialized tests and procedures using complex equipment.
• Procures supplies and materials needed for laboratory research.
• Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research.
• Makes statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing results.
• May supervise the care of research animals; perform minor animal surgery or collect animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis.
• 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 requiredNearly 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

Special Instructions


Requisition Number:
PRN38129B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule Summary:

Department:

CVRTI

Location:
Campus

Pay Rate Range: 12.02 to 21.63

Close Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

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