Research Technicians

Job Details

• Open Date: 01/05/2026
• Requisition Number: PRN
  43940B
• Job Title: Research Technicians
• Working Title: Research Technicians
• Career Progression Track: S00
• Track Level: S4 - Highly Skilled, S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support
• FLSA Code: Nonexempt
• Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
• Standard Hours per Week: 40
• Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
• Shift: Day
• VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
• Department: 01502 - Department of Biochemistry
• Location: Campus
• City: Salt Lake City, UT
• Type of Recruitment: External Posting
• Pay Rate Range: $17-$20
• Close Date: 05/04/2026

Performs technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles.

• Conduct experiments by applying established methods and procedures.
• Set up and assist with research protocols and experiments under the general guidance of the principal investigator and other senior investigators; may have primary responsibility for independently setting up, performing, and troubleshooting less complex experiments.
• Observe experimental results in progress and maintain written records of activities and observations; apply past experience and precedents to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Anticipate unexpected findings and assist in troubleshooting techniques.
• Reconcile results that are disparate from anticipated findings; re‑run techniques as necessary.
• Report experimental results to the principal investigator and other senior laboratory personnel and assist in their analysis.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator in investigating and developing modifications to techniques and document all new techniques developed in the laboratory.
• Adhere to laboratory safety requirements including general and chemical/hazardous waste safety disposal methods.

• Collect and analyze data resulting from experimentation/testing.
• Summarize results and prepare progress reports for oral presentation at laboratory meetings.
• Prepare appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, statistical summaries, etc.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts by drafting portions of the text, preparing graphs, tables, and charts, etc.
• Conduct literature searches to assist in establishing new laboratory techniques.

• Accomplish day‑to‑day care and housekeeping of laboratory.
• Assess the need for and order all supplies and reagents needed for experiments.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and safety records, and in the preparation of routine reagents.
• Monitor laboratory equipment and instrument performance; obtain maintenance and repair as necessary.
• Maintain computerized records associated with laboratory activities.
• Instruct others in laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provide technical guidance and direction as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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:

• Research Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience.
• Research Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Research Technician, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.
• Research Technician, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience.

• Type:
  Benefited Staff

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. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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