Lab Assistant Jobs in Midvale, UT (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
05/04/2026
Requisition Number
PRN44924B
Job Title
PS Lab Technician
Working Title
PS Lab Technician
Career Progression Track
C
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
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
00268 - Neurosurgery
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
12.02 to 21.29 per hour
Close Date
08/04/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
05/13/2026
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated individual for a Laboratory Technician to support translational neuroscience and peripheral nerve research projects. This position involves performing core experimental procedures with minimal supervision in an NIH-funded project investigating the mechanisms of peripheral nerve injury and repair.
Our research employs multidisciplinary approaches, including advanced immunohistochemistry and histological analysis, comprehensive animal behavioral testing, muscle and nerve electrophysiology, genetically modified animal models, as well as spatial transcriptomics and proteomics.
Primary responsibilities include performing rodent nerve surgeries, behavioral and physiological assessments, tissue processing, data recording, analysis, and reporting, and may provide support for genomics and proteomics when applicable. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, technically strong, and interested in contributing to clinically relevant research.
Responsibilities

• Perform animal anesthesia, surgical procedures, perioperative monitoring, recovery, and euthanasia in compliance with institutional guidelines.
• Conduct behavioral, histological, or physiological assays using laboratory equipment.
• Support tissue-based molecular workflows (e.g., RNA extraction), and sample preparation for genomics and proteomics, and additional experimental workflows as needed
• Perform or assist with data quantification, statistical analyses, and prepare reports summarizing experimental findings; maintain accurate experimental records and sample inventories.
• Assist with laboratory operations, including procurement and inventory management of supplies and materials, coordination of experimental timelines, and adherence to research protocols.

Additional Information
This position is expected to support a wide range of experimental activities within the laboratory. Therefore, this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role.
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 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 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.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior laboratory experience with advanced scientific techniques and procedures.
• Experience with rodent handling, survival surgery, and perioperative care strongly preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis and data interpretation (e.g., GraphPad, R, or similar tools).
• Experience with quantitative analyses including image analysis using ImageJ/Fiji or similar software.
• Experience preparing scientific reports or documentation.
• Familiarity with histology, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology techniques, or RNA extraction.
• Background in neuroscience, peripheral nerve, or translational biomedical research is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dependable, proactive, and adaptable to evolving project needs.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-PI research environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision under the guidance of multiple Principal Investigators and senior laboratory staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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.
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