PS Research Assistant IV

Details

Open Date 08/28/2026

Requisition Number PRN
46048B

Job Title Hourly Research Assistants

Working Title PS Research Assistant IV

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S4 - Highly Skilled

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 24

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

VP Area U of U Health
- Academics

Department 01777 - EMERGENCY MEDICINE CONTRACTS

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $28.04/ hr

Close Date 09/04/2026

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

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Performs a variety of administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manage the front desk, organize files, and perform other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruit participants, verify eligibility, and enroll subjects. Schedule participant visits and maintain records. Transport samples or laboratory equipment. Monitor inventory levels and order supplies.

Tasks will vary by department and research category.

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Performs a variety of administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manage the front desk, organize files, and perform other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruit participants, verify eligibility, and enroll subjects. Schedule participant visits and maintain records. Transport samples or laboratory equipment. Monitor inventory levels and order supplies.

Tasks will vary by department and research category.

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).

Research Assistant, 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  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.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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