Laboratory Aides

Friday 5p-8a, Saturdays 8a – 8a (Sunday)

Is this a work study job?

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area

VP Area U of U Health
- Academics

Department

Department 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 12.50

Close Date

Close Date 11/22/2026

Priority Review Date (Note
- Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Steele Center for Translational Medicine ( SCTM ) aims to identify therapeutic targets for age-related macular degeneration ( AMD ) and its newest initiative, glaucoma, two leading causes of visual impairment worldwide. The SCTM is comprised of an interdisciplinary team of basic and applied researchers, clinicians, clinical staff, and national/international collaborators.
Our scientific efforts center around unique resources, including a collection of over 8,000 pairs of donated human eyes – complete with full genetic profiles, images, and ophthalmic and medical histories – and a large study cohort of AMD and glaucoma patients.
This research aims to help better understand genotype-directed disease mechanisms, identify causal pathways and targets, and develop novel therapies to halt blinding eye diseases.
Performs non-technical procedures in a research laboratory and maintains laboratory facilities, equipment and records.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• File and maintain research records and logs of research data.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment usage and maintenance.
• Knowledge of ocular structure and pathology, specifically as it relates to age-related macular degeneration ( AMD ) and glaucoma.
  • This will be taught to candidates once hired
• Availability to perform on-call functions. These functions include
  • Collect human donor eyes and related tissue and blood specimens and process them according to research protocol
  • Maintain the physical environment of the lab.

The incumbent follows well-established laboratory procedures to complete work. Sensitive or unusual situations are referred to the supervisor. Work is performed under the close supervision of senior laboratory personnel. Work is frequently reviewed for accuracy and to ensure adherence to research protocols.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

• Nearly Continuously: office/lab environment
• Often:
  Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (exposure to chemicals).
• Seldom:
  Exposure to animals.

Physical requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required:

• Nearly Continuously:
  Hearing, listening, and talking.
• Often:
  Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.

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).

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

Preferences

Would prefer, but not required, to have a work history in a research lab. 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. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Special Instructions Summary

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.…