Lab Specialist - University of Utah : Job Details

Lab SpecialistJob SummaryThe Lab Specialist will be a member of the Hong Laboratory at the Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research and Training Institute (CVRTI) at the University of Utah Health Sciences Campus. The CVRTI Integrates professors and trainees across academic departments to nucleate a campus wide cell-to-bedside approach in cardiovascular education and research and includes 18 investigator faculty members with independent laboratories.The Lab Specialist will perform advanced laboratory techniques and procedures in a research laboratory. May provide veterinary technical support for animal model studies.Responsibilities1. Performs and/or directs the performance of standard and complex lab tests and experiments and/or surgical procedures for studies.2. Assists the Principal Investigator in the design, implementation and performance of new protocols and procedures as well as the modification of existing techniques.3. Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information concerning experimental procedures.4. Makes advanced statistical calculations, analyzes data and prepares reports summarizing research results.5. Operates complex and highly specialized laboratory and surgical instruments and equipment. Instructs others in their use.6. Maintains a log of supplies used in procedures.7. May supervise, train and review the work of laboratory personnel.8. May prepare equipment and rooms for studies.9. May assist with preparing budgets.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: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), 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).Seldom: Exposure to animals.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or other scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years full-time laboratory experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Working knowledge of advanced scientific techniques and procedures as well as the ability to make statistical calculations, analyze results, prepare reports and perform specialized tests also required.Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.PreferencesSpecial InstructionsRequisition Number: PRN40719BFull Time or Part Time? Full TimeWork Schedule Summary:Department: 00213 - CVRTILocation: CampusPay Rate Range: 15.19 to 28.08Close Date: 5/30/2025Open Until Filled:To apply, visit