"Lab Technician"

Job Summary

The Vinberg lab at the Moran Eye Center at University of Utah is seeking a Lab Technician. The lab is involved in research on the human vision, eye disease and therapy development using modern and novel technologies. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and experience in wet laboratory setting. There will be opportunities to gain research experience and learn new experimental techniques. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our research here: https://medicine.utah.edu/ophthalmology/research/labs/frans-vinberg

Responsibilities

• Maintain digital and paper records of lab purchases, SOPs, lab safety documents and research protocols.
• Perform routine lab tasks including cleaning/sterilization of tools, chemical and biological waste disposal, shipping and receiving of reagents and specimens.
• Assist in building and maintaining laboratory and scientific equipment. Troubleshoot problems with equipment by conferring with senior lab personnel and the PI.
• Participate in lab meetings.

Work environment:

• Exposure to mice
• Work with human eye tissues

*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.*

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

• Responsible, collaborative and communicative.
• Wet lab experience, mouse husbandry.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN38756B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: There may be times when flexibility with scheduling is required such as working outside the normal workday (i.e. evenings).
Department: 00870 - Ophthalmology-Research
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $15.50 - $18.50/hr