Hrly Graduate Student

Flexibility around school schedule. Evenings and weekends a possibility.Lab Graduate Research Assistant: Division of Public Health, University of UtahResearch assistant duties to help support a large epidemiologic children’s health study (Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes, ECHO) following women through pregnancy, and children from birth through age 21 ( echochildren.org ). Duties may include but are not limited to processing biospecimens, driving for sample collection, support for study coordinator duties, taking inventory, etc.Currently enrolled as a graduate student at the University of Utah. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicants must pass a background check and drug screening.RAs that can work 20 hours per week may be eligible for the Tuition Benefit Program.Responsibilities

Work in a highly collaborative manner with members of a close-knit team while exhibiting independent and creative thought.Process various biospecimen samples including urine, blood, stool, saliva, and blood spot.Transport samples from hospital, clinic, or other locations (placenta tissue, urine, blood, etc.).Take weekly inventory.Take initiative without requiring explicit direction. Identify gaps and risks and take appropriate action.Demonstrate self-sufficiency in setting, managing, and maintaining priorities.Communicate progress and collaborate with research team members.Attend research team meetings.Fulfill other research-related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications

High level of attention to detail and protocol. Exceptional listening, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to multi-task, working on multiple projects and balancing competing priorities.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.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.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.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Required Documents

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Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submissionUniversity Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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