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Lead Network Engineer

American Fork, UT · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

About CRT Calculated Research & Technology (CRT) partners with businesses across Utah and beyond to deliver IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure solutions. Our culture is driven by three core ...

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Lead Network Engineer

American Fork, UT · On-site

Salary: $80k - $120k DOE About CRT Calculated Research & Technology (CRT) partners with businesses across Utah and beyond to deliver IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and infrastructure solutions. Our ...

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Research Associate

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$20K - $500K/yr

... technology/AI companies (Silicon Slopes). The new HCI Vineyard Campus will implement HCI's extensive clinical trial portfolio and house national cancer research leaders. The Vineyard Campus is HCI ...

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Physical Therapy Tech position

Provo, UT · On-site

$8.50/hr

Our people are our greatest asset - we hire individuals who are professional and enthusiastically embrace advances in research, technology, science and health care. In exchange, our teams enjoy a ...

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How much do research technology jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for research technology in Utah is $20.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.77 and $21.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Research Technology?

Research Technology refers to the specialized tools, systems, and support services that enable and enhance scientific, academic, or industrial research. This field includes the management of data, software, hardware, and digital infrastructure to support research activities. Professionals in Research Technology help design, implement, and maintain technology solutions that facilitate collaboration, data analysis, and the sharing of findings. Their work is critical in ensuring that researchers have reliable and efficient access to the technological resources necessary for innovation and discovery.

What is the difference between Research Technology vs Research Scientist?

AspectResearch TechnologyResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Science, Engineering, or related fields; technical certificationsMaster's or PhD in a scientific discipline
Work EnvironmentLabs, research facilities, technical teamsLabs, academic institutions, research organizations
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, biotech firms, research institutionsUniversities, government agencies, private research firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Research Technology professionals focus on developing and maintaining research tools, software, and technical infrastructure, while Research Scientists conduct experiments and analyze data to generate scientific knowledge. Both roles often collaborate but differ mainly in their focus—technical support versus scientific discovery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Research Technology, and why are they important?

To thrive in Research Technology, you need a solid background in scientific research methods, data analysis, and information technology, often supported by relevant degrees such as computer science or engineering. Familiarity with programming languages (like Python or R), database management systems, and research software tools is typically required, along with certifications in data science or IT. Strong problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and adaptability help you collaborate effectively and innovate in dynamic research environments. These competencies are crucial for advancing research objectives, ensuring data integrity, and enabling efficient technology-driven discoveries.

How does a Research Technology professional typically collaborate with researchers and IT teams?

Research Technology professionals play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between scientific researchers and IT departments. They work closely with researchers to understand their technical needs, such as data analysis, computational modeling, or specialized software, and then collaborate with IT teams to implement secure, scalable solutions. This often involves ongoing meetings, project management, and troubleshooting to ensure research projects run smoothly. Effective communication and adaptability are key, as priorities and technologies can shift quickly in research environments.
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Infographic showing various Research Technology job openings in Utah as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,079 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Research IT Architect

Brigham Young University

Provo, UT

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Brigham Young University rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

306th of 614 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Why Work at BYU

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth-all situated within a beautiful and historic campus-make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Research IT Architect

The Office of Information Technology(OIT)- Academic Solutions provides technology and consulting services that support the academic and research missions of the university. Faculty and student researchers across campus have varied technology needs, including storage, computation, databases, SaaS platforms, integrations, data workflows, and related technical services.

The Research IT Architect helps facultyandtheirstudent research assistantsidentifypractical, supportable technology solutions for research and academic needs. The employeemeets withusers to understand goals and constraints, translates those needs into technical requirements, recommendsappropriate existingenterprise offerings when possible, and works with OIT teams to design and document solutions.

The position also helps OIT understand emerging research technology needs across campus, including recurring requests, common pain points, service gaps, and opportunities to improve university technology services.

The ideal candidate has broad IT experience,strong communicationskills, sound technical judgment, and the ability to work with faculty and student researchers with varied technical backgrounds. This person should enjoy learningnew technologies, clarifying ambiguous needs, designing practical solutions, and helping research and academic work move forward at the university.

What you'll be doing in this position

This position requires a dedicated individual who works well with faculty, student researchers, and technology teams. The employee must be proactive, organized, and able to move complex or ambiguous requests towardclearnextsteps. Responsibilities include the following:

Research and Academic Technology Architecture

  • Meet with faculty and student research assistants to understand research technology needs and related academic technology needs

  • Analyze business, technical, and workflow requirements

  • Identifyappropriate solutionapproaches using existing enterprise offerings whenever possible

  • Design architectures for needs involving storage, computation, databases, SaaS platforms, integrations, and related services

  • Document architectures according to established standards, including architecture diagrams, requirements, constraints, assumptions, and relevant decision points

  • Define and communicate solution scope, dependencies, and implementation needs to appropriate OIT teams

  • Evaluate when a request can be satisfied with standard services and when a more specialized review or custom design effort may be necessary

Consultation, Coordination, and Customer Advocacy

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for faculty seeking guidance on research technology needs

  • Consult with users of varied technical abilities to clarify goals, constraints, and expectations

  • Direct users to appropriate existing services, support teams, and technical resources

  • Work with other OIT groups to communicate needs andfacilitateprogress toward implementation

  • Track solution progress sufficiently to remain an effective advocate for the user and to help remove misunderstandings or barriers

  • Follow up periodically with users todeterminewhether implemented solutions continue to meet their needs

  • Manage expectations for niche, highly specialized, or infeasible requests, including communicating when requests cannotreasonably besupported

Service Gap Identification and Organizational Awareness

  • Identifypatterns and trends in faculty research technology needs across colleges and departments

  • Keep management informed of recurring requests, unmet needs, emerging technology patterns, and opportunities for service improvement

  • Help OIT maintain awareness of campus research needs by serving as a key source of information about user demand, common pain points, and evolving requirements

Technology Research and Solution Evaluation

  • Research existing and emerging technologies relevant to faculty research and related academic needs

  • Perform initial investigation of vendor and SaaS solutions as needed

  • Assistin evaluating whether requested technologies align with university standards, current offerings, and operational feasibility

  • Maintain awareness of enterprise technology capabilities and changes in available services

The employee is also expected to proactively learn new skills through available documentation, university resources, professional development, training opportunities, and collaboration with other technology professionals.

What qualifies you for this role

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field plus two years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

Preferred experience includes:

  • Consulting with end users to gather and clarify technical requirements

  • Designing and documenting technology solutions

  • BroadITexperiencesuch assystems administration, storage, databases, SaaS platforms, development, integrations, or related services

  • Communicating technical requirements to implementation teams

  • Writing clear technical documentation

  • Supporting research technology needs in a university or similar environment

  • Working with faculty, researchers, or other expert end users

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Capability and desire to learn new skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to gather requirements from users with varied technical backgrounds

  • Ability to translate user needs into clear technical requirements and architecture documentation

  • Ability to manage expectations and communicate limitations ina timely, professional manner

  • Ability to work effectively across multiple technical teams

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through on user needs over time

  • Significant experiencein at least a few areas of information technology

What we offer in return

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

  • 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
  • Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
  • Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
  • Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
  • Access to athletic facilities
  • Excellent medical/dental benefits
  • Short/long-term disability benefits
  • Paid parental and maternity leave
  • Wellness Program
  • Free on-campus parking
  • Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
  • Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 55T

Typical Starting Pay: $102,000-$132,500

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

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