Lab Specialist

Lab Specialist Job Summary

Performs advanced laboratory techniques and procedures in aresearch laboratory. May provide veterinary technical support foranimal model studies.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention,care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve– which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, weinvite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce thecancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research,prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training,administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.

• Performs and/or directs the performance of standard and complex lab tests and experiments and/or surgical procedures for studies.
• Assists the Principal Investigator in the design, implementation and performance of new protocols and procedures as well as the modification of existing techniques.
• Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information concerning experimental procedures.
• Makes advanced statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing research results.
• Operates complex and highly specialized laboratory and surgical instruments and equipment. Instructs others in their use.
• Maintains a log of supplies used in procedures.
• May supervise, train and review the work of laboratory personnel.
• May prepare equipment and rooms for studies.
• May assist with preparing budgets.

The Lab Specialist assists in the development of research protocols and designs. Modifies and implement procedures. Records and interprets research results. The incumbent works independently,under the general supervision of most senior laboratory personnel.

Work may include training and supervising other laboratory personnel, who may refer sensitive or unusual situations to the incumbent. Problems that cannot be resolved by the incumbent willbe referred to the most senior Lab personnel.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted asa comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Nearly Continuously:
Office environment.

Often:

Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oilsor other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts,moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding andhigh places, or exposure to chemicals).Seldom:
Exposure toanimals.

Nearly Continuously:
Hearing, listening,talking.

Often:
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking,standing, sitting.

Seldom:
Bending, reaching overhead.

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or other scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years full-time laboratory experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Working knowledge of advanced scientific techniques and procedures as well as the ability to make statistical calculations, analyze results, prepare reports and perform specialized tests also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Requisition Number: PRN
45704B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule

Summary:

Department: 02280 - HCI Ramiro Garzon Lab

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 15.19 to 28.08

Close Date: 10/21/2026

Open Until Filled: