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Research Technicians
- University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT)
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Details
**Open Date** 12/01/2025
**Requisition Number** PRN43709B
**Job Title** Research Technicians
**Working Title** Research Technicians
**Career Progression Track** S00
**Track Level** S4 - Highly Skilled, S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support
**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
**VP Area** U of U Health - Academics
**Department** 01502 - Department of Biochemistry
**Location** Campus
**City** Salt Lake City, UT
**Type of Recruitment** External Posting
**Pay Rate Range** 18.87-21.69
**Close Date** 03/31/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Gregory Ducker in the department of biochemistry is seeking a highly motivated individual to join his group focused on quantitative mammalian metabolism (**https://ducker.biochem.utah.edu/**). The candidate will perform technical procedures in a research laboratory under minimal supervision by applying standard scientific techniques and analytical principles. The position requires working with animals in a research setting.
Responsibilities
1. Closely work with senior laboratory personnel regarding the procedures and techniques to be followed in conducting research and recommend modifications as needed.
2. Perform specialized tests and procedures using complex equipment.
3. Supervise the care of research animals; perform animal surgeries and/ or collect animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis. 3. Utilize aseptic technique for successful experiments in mammalian tissue culture.
4. Prepare, operate and analyze data from a mass spectrometer.
5. Prepare equipment and rooms for experiments and general lab organization.
6. Conduct literature reviews to obtain information necessary for research.
7. Maintain excellent records, both written and electronic, of all procedures and experiments.
8. Make statistical calculations, analyze data and prepare reports summarizing results.
9. May assist with preparing budgets, protocols, and grant applications.
Experimental duties include, but are not limited to: Standard molecular biology techniques including cloning, PCR and bacterial culture, isolation of DNA / RNA /protein, immunoblot, mammalian cell culture and cell assays, lentiviral production and infection, preparation of standard solutions and buffers, animal husbandry, animal surgeries and survival procedures, and complex data and statistical analyses. The successful individual will also contribute to laboratory maintenance, organization, and other basic administrative tasks.
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 environment. Often: hazards ( _includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals_ ). Often: Exposure to animals. Seldom: Infectious disease, oils ( _there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids_ ),
**Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required** Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
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).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
**Research Technician, I:** Requires little to no related experience.
**Research Technician, II:** Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
**Research Technician, III :** Requires 3+ years of related experience.
**Research Technician, IV:** Requires 5+ years of related experience.
Preferences
The preferred candidate should have a B.S. or higher in chemistry, biochemistry or molecular biology. A demonstrated track record of excellence in laboratory techniques is required. Previous laboratory experience working with laboratory animals or mass spectrometry is HIGHLY desired. Willingness to work with laboratory animals is a requirement. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated excellence in laboratory research during or after their undergraduate studies. The applicant should have a good working knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, organic chemistry, as well as basic programming and statistical analyses skills. The applicant should have demonstrated experience in oral and written scientific communication. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated initiative, curiosity and dedication to scientific research, as well as the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
**Type** Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
_The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._
_Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are 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._
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