Research Technician

• Open Date 10/09/2026
• Requisition Number PRN
  46452B
• Job Title Research Technicians
• Working Title Research Technician
• Career Progression Track S00
• Track Level P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro
• 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 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research
• Location Campus
• City Salt Lake City, UT
• Type of Recruitment External Posting
• Pay Rate Range $13.07 - $25.34
• Close Date 01/09/2027

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Mid-level or senior-level support role.

Complete routine tasks under moderate or little supervision.

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

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Entry-level support role. Performs routine tasks as directed and under close supervision.

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Mid-level support role. Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision.

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Senior-level support role. Completes assignments with little supervision.

May assist less-experienced team members.

Perform various support tasks in assisting scientific research team with the execution of tests and experiments. Set up, operate, clean, and maintain lab instruments and equipment. Depending on area of research, may prepare media, samples, solutions, specimens, and/or reagents. Perform testing and monitoring. Gather and record research data. Keep detailed logs of experiments. Maintain and stock supplies. Highest-level support. Performs advanced tasks under minimal supervision.

May mentor less-experienced team members.

• Proficiency in complex lab techniques, equipment, and scientific terminology.
• Skilled in statistical analysis and report preparation.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Willingness to work with mice.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent…