University of Utah Health Research · 1 day ago
Research Specialists I
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27K/yr - $62K/yr
2+ years expUniversity of Utah Health Research is seeking a motivated Research Specialist I to support NIH-funded research in the Department of Neurobiology. The role involves conducting experiments, performing mouse handling and behavioral testing, and maintaining laboratory records.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Set up and conduct experiments under close supervision
Perform routine mouse handling, injections (i.p., s.c.), and basic husbandry
Assist with mouse behavioral assays
Prepare tissue samples for histology, immunostaining, and imaging
Perform basic data entry, organization, and preliminary analysis
Maintain lab stocks, reagents, and equipment
Assist with preparation of research documentation
Follow established protocols with limited independent judgment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related experience, or
Master's degree (or equivalency)
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)
Benefits
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
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.
To Request a Reasonable Accommodation For a Disability Or If You Or Someone You Know Has Experienced Discrimination Or Sexual Misconduct Including Sexual Harassment, You May Contact The Director/Title IX Coordinator In The Office Of Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action
Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions.
Company
University of Utah Health Research
At University of Utah Health, our world-class researchers work together to tackle some of the toughest problems in health and medicine.
5001-10000 employees
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