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University of Utah

Lab Technician (Biochemistry - Yang Liu lab)

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


Lab Technician (Biochemistry - Yang Liu lab) Salt Lake City, Utah

Reqid: PRN36203BJob Category: NonexemptJob Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayDetailsOpen Date

08/28/2023Requisition Number

PRN36203BJob Title

Lab TechnicianWorking Title

Lab Technician (Biochemistry - Yang Liu lab)FLSA Code

NonexemptPatient Sensitive Job Code?

NoFull Time or Part Time?

Full TimeShift

DayWork Schedule SummaryTo be determined with the supervisor.VP Area

U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment

01502 - Department of BiochemistryLocation

CampusCity

Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment

External PostingPay Rate Range

$15 - 21Close DateOpen Until Filled

YesJob SummaryThe Liu Lab at the University of Utah invites applicants for a laboratory technician position to support a variety of projects, including 1) novel CRISPR technologies development, 2) molecular mechanisms of DNA repair, and 3) genome instability and innate immunity. Duties may include bacterial cloning, protein purification, western blotting, tissue culture, and molecular biology assays (RT-PCR, PCR, sequencing, etc.). Responsibilities will be modified as the technician gains experience in our lab.ResponsibilitiesPerforms laboratory research as directed by the supervisor(s).Attends laboratory meetings, presents data, and participates in discussions.Contributes to general laboratory maintenance and reagent production as needed.Reads literature and conducts background preparatory work to enrich the experience.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’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.PreferencesDemonstrated skill in written and verbal communication.Demonstrated ability to work independently and ask for guidance when needed.Experience with tissue culture, bacterial cloning, and molecular techniques preferred.Applicants who are willing to learn and contribute to the lab environment for up to 2 years.

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