University of Utah
Lab Technician-Werner Lab
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Title:
Lab Technician
Working Title:
Lab Technician-Werner Lab
Job Summary:
The Werner lab is hiring a laboratory technician with a salary range of $35,000-40,000 per year. Approximately 50% of the position will be dedicated to maintaining lab reagents, inventories and equipment, and 50% will be dedicated to directly supporting scientific projects. Previous laboratory experience, especially in molecular biology and/or nematodes is desired, but not required. Some projects may entail field work in the U.S. and South America.
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.
Orders supplies and experimental materials needed to conduct research.
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.
Work Environment:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements:
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Lab Technician
Working Title:
Lab Technician-Werner Lab
Job Summary:
The Werner lab is hiring a laboratory technician with a salary range of $35,000-40,000 per year. Approximately 50% of the position will be dedicated to maintaining lab reagents, inventories and equipment, and 50% will be dedicated to directly supporting scientific projects. Previous laboratory experience, especially in molecular biology and/or nematodes is desired, but not required. Some projects may entail field work in the U.S. and South America.
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.
Orders supplies and experimental materials needed to conduct research.
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.
Work Environment:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements:
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr