Flow Cytometry Technician - Entry Level

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Job Summary

The Flow Cytometry Core Facility offers instrumentation for the broader research community and works alongside roughly 100 different labs. In addition to providing instrumentation, The Flow Core also has a critical full service pipeline of drop off projects mostly involving human blood clinical trials. After training there will be a wide array of potential procedures and projects available for applicants. These will include validations and optimization of large immunophenotyping panels along with instrument calibration and quality control.

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

· Assist with daily operations of the flow cytometry core facility, including instrument startup and shutdown procedures

· Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of flow cytometers and associated equipment

· Prepare samples for analysis, including cell staining, washing, and filtering under supervision

· Support basic flow cytometry data acquisition using established protocols

· Help organize and track samples, reagents, and laboratory supplies

· Maintain accurate records of instrument usage, maintenance logs, and experimental data

· Assist in quality control procedures to ensure proper instrument performance

· Provide general laboratory support, including buffer preparation and waste disposal following safety guidelines

· Help manage inventory and notify staff of low-stock supplies

· Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and institutional policies

· Assist researchers and lab staff with basic troubleshooting and workflow setup

· Participate in training sessions to develop technical skills in flow cytometry and related laboratory methods

· Maintain cleanliness and organization of the core facility workspace

· Perform other administrative or lab-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Laboratory Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Preferences

This is an entry level position and on the job training is provided. The ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; the ability to keep accurate records; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

A general knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment and terminology; the ability to operate and care for laboratory equipment; and a knowledge of appropriate specimen handling techniques preferred.

An interest in Immunology/Cancer biology is preferred.

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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  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  or  or University Human Resource Management at  if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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