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**Open Date** 05/09/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN41874B

**Job Title** Lab Technician

**Working Title** Lab Technician

**Job Grade** C

**FLSA Code** Nonexempt

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** 40

**Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday | 9:00AM – 5:00PM

**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** $18 - $21.29

**Close Date** 08/09/2025

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

Job Summary

The Roy Lab at the Moran Eye Center is seeking a motivated **Lab Technician** to support ongoing projects. The lab is focused on understanding the cellular and circuit basis of retinal visual processing. We use animal models, viral vectors, electrophysiology, in vivo ocular imaging, and molecular biology, to answer questions about neural circuit functions, as well as develop translational approaches to blinding disorders such as glaucoma.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and experience of at least 3 years working in a research laboratory setting. Experience with animal handling (mouse, rat), colony management, dissecting and processing biological tissues for immunohistochemistry and/or molecular assays, handling biological/chemical waste, and routine lab management tasks, is needed. Strong communication skills, assisting lab members with animal procedures, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will be considered strengths.

We are a dynamic, interdisciplinary and collaborative lab. While the atmosphere is collegial, our research is fast-paced and spans multiple ongoing projects. We value individuals who can learn quickly, work independently, and meet project timelines when needed. Hands-on training will be provided by the PI and senior lab members. Strong performance may lead to opportunities for increased responsibility and promotion within the lab.

To learn more:**https://medicine.utah.edu/ophthalmology/research/labs/roy**

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

+ Assist with ordering supplies, inventory management, and preparation of reagents and

* Assist with animal procedures including handling, anesthesia, injections, and OCT imaging.

+ Manage mouse colony and perform routine genotyping.

+ Dissect and process retinal tissues for immunohistochemistry, mounting tissues on slides, and confocal imaging.

+ Perform image analysis using software such as ImageJ ( FIJI ) and Zeiss Zenblue.

+ Maintain records of lab purchases, and ensure compliance with chemical and biological safety protocols.

+ Perform literature reviews for projects.

+ Coordinate with lab members, animal care specialists and veterinarians for procedures and animal monitoring.

+ Participate in lab meetings and group discussions.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

Collaborative, supportive, fast-paced. Wet lab and digital work. There will be exposure to animals.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or other scientific disciplines in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required; knowledge of complex laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, materials and substances. Skilled in the use of laboratory equipment, ability to create and analyze statistical calculations and prepare reports required; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.

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

Preferences

+ >2 years of work experience in a research lab environment.

+ Bachelor’s degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience or a related field.

+ Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

+ Prior work with animal models – handling and/or procedures.

+ Responsible, communicative, and independent.

+ Quick learner, coordinate with lab members, organize data and keep meticulous records of procedures

+ Experience with handling and disposal of biological specimens, solution preparation, tissue fixation and processing.

+ Experience with (or deep conceptual understanding of) epifluorescence and confocal microscopy. Familiarity with image analysis or basic bioinformatics tools is a plus.

**Type** Benefited Staff

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 (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. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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