Sr Laboratory Specialist
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 13, 2024
Announcement
Details
Open Date
12/13/2023
Requisition Number
PRN37170B
Job Title
Sr Laboratory Specialist
Working Title
Sr Laboratory Specialist
Job Grade
E
FLSA Code
Administrative
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
00219 - Neurobiology & Anatomy Labs
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
39300 to 72700
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Job Summary
The Mills lab in the Department of Neurobiology is recruiting a Senior Lab Specialist / Lab Manager to help establish a systems neuroscience research program. Responsibilities will include developing core techniques such as stereotaxic surgery, calcium imaging, behavioral experiments and histology. Additionally, a portion of the candidate's time will also be allocated to assisting the principle investigator in administrative and managerial aspects of establishing the lab, including ordering of equipment and preparing protocols and documentation for lab activities.
This lab is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive and supportive environment, where all lab members are welcome and supported to pursue their potential as scientists.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It 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.
Problem Solving
This position requires independently planning and troubleshooting experimental technique workflows within a research lab setting. Ability to plan and implement solutions to technical challenges based on information from both literature and practical experience. Work requires exercising independent judgment and theoretical knowledge of the applicable science. This position will include supervision of entry-level laboratory personnel, who may refer sensitive or unusual situations to the incumbent. If incumbent cannot find a resolution, the situation is referred to the supervisor.
Work will be performed in a team with other lab personnel, and informed by conferences with principal investigator.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office and lab environments.
Often: Infectious disease ( replication-deficient viruses), 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).
Often: Exposure to animals, including time in animal facility. (mice) 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
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus four years of related full-time laboratory experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
M.Sc. (preferred), or Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or other scientific discipline or equivalency 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 will be required for the position.
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.
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 (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Details
Open Date
12/13/2023
Requisition Number
PRN37170B
Job Title
Sr Laboratory Specialist
Working Title
Sr Laboratory Specialist
Job Grade
E
FLSA Code
Administrative
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
00219 - Neurobiology & Anatomy Labs
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
39300 to 72700
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Job Summary
The Mills lab in the Department of Neurobiology is recruiting a Senior Lab Specialist / Lab Manager to help establish a systems neuroscience research program. Responsibilities will include developing core techniques such as stereotaxic surgery, calcium imaging, behavioral experiments and histology. Additionally, a portion of the candidate's time will also be allocated to assisting the principle investigator in administrative and managerial aspects of establishing the lab, including ordering of equipment and preparing protocols and documentation for lab activities.
This lab is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive and supportive environment, where all lab members are welcome and supported to pursue their potential as scientists.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Develop and troubleshoot core experimental workflows in the lab environment, including but not limited to, stereotaxic surgeries, calcium imaging using miniscopes, behavioral analysis, and histology of brain tissue.
- Work with other team members to conduct experiments, record and analyze data.
- Conducts literature reviews to obtain abstracts and information to be utilized in research.
- Supervise the care of research animals; perform minor animal surgery or collect animal tissues and specimens for laboratory analysis.
- May oversee the operations of student course experiments in a laboratory setting.
- Assist with administrative duties such as development of lab protocols, ordering mice and reagents, and orientation of new lab members.
- Responsible for providing supervision and training to trainees in the lab, including undergraduate and graduate students.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It 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.
Problem Solving
This position requires independently planning and troubleshooting experimental technique workflows within a research lab setting. Ability to plan and implement solutions to technical challenges based on information from both literature and practical experience. Work requires exercising independent judgment and theoretical knowledge of the applicable science. This position will include supervision of entry-level laboratory personnel, who may refer sensitive or unusual situations to the incumbent. If incumbent cannot find a resolution, the situation is referred to the supervisor.
Work will be performed in a team with other lab personnel, and informed by conferences with principal investigator.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office and lab environments.
Often: Infectious disease ( replication-deficient viruses), 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).
Often: Exposure to animals, including time in animal facility. (mice) 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
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus four years of related full-time laboratory experience required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
M.Sc. (preferred), or Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, or other scientific discipline or equivalency 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 will be required for the position.
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.
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 (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of full-time laboratory experience do you have:
- Less than 2 years
- 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
- 8 years or more
- * Indicate your level of knowledge and/or experience in data assessment and interpretation of results, directing the daily operations of a lab including hiring and training staff, and operating and maintaining lab testing equipment:
- None
- Minimal
- Moderate
- Extensive
- * Do you have a Master's or terminal degree?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
