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University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Details Open Date 07/29/2026 Requisition Number PRN17292N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The ... Research Assistant, I Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Details Open Date 07/29/2026 Requisition Number PRN17292N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Details Open Date 08/19/2026 Requisition Number PRN17380N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The ... Research Assistant, I Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Details Open Date 07/29/2026 Requisition Number PRN17292N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14/hr

Details Open Date 07/14/2026 Requisition Number PRN17225N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14/hr

Details Open Date 07/14/2026 Requisition Number PRN17225N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The ... Research Assistant, I Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$14/hr

Details Open Date 06/09/2026 Requisition Number PRN17133N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants ... The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$10.92 - $25.20/hr

RMCOEH became Utah's first statutorily established multi-university program in 2021. The Center ... Patient Sensitive Research Assistant responsibilities may include: Collect blood for tests ...

University of Utah

Hourly Research Assistants

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The ... Research Assistant, I Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or ...

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Hourly Research Assistants

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

University of Utah
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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$14 - $18/hr

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Retirement

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Open Date 08/19/2026 Requisition Number PRN17380N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants Working Title Hourly Research Assistant Career Progression Track S00 Track Level S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week up to 19 hours Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00200 - Nutrition & Integrative Physio Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14-$18 DOE Close Date 09/19/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary
Performs administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manages the front desk, organizes files, and performs other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruits participants, verifies eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedules participant visits and maintains records. Transports samples or laboratory equipment. Monitors inventory levels and orders supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.
Responsibilities
Administrative tasks in support of the clinical research program or laboratory. Tasks will vary by department and research category. Typically, manages the front desk, organizes files, and performs other clerical duties associated with research studies and programs. Recruits participants, verifies eligibility, and enrolls subjects. Schedules participant visits and maintains records. Transports samples or laboratory equipment. Monitors inventory levels and orders supplies. Tasks will vary by department and research category.Requires at least 1 year of related experience.This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 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).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Research Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Research Assistant, II : Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Research Assistant, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Preferences
  • Collaborations with interdisciplinary teams to conduct research focused on improving health outcomes for Pacific children, including cardiometabolic risk factors and multicomponent lifestyle interventions.
  • Support implementation science research to improve childhood obesity management in pediatric primary care and strengthen care delivery.
  • Experience with scoping reviews, protocol development, study coordination, manuscript drafting, and editing
  • Contribute to mixed-methods data collection, data cleaning, analysis, and preparation of scholarly deliverables (e.g., abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, policy briefs).
  • Masters degree in related public health field

Special Instructions Summary
Please attach a CV, Cover Letter and a list of 3 professional references.
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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah NonDiscrimination page.
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The University of Utah is the state’s flagship institution of higher education, with 18 schools and colleges, more than 100 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, and an enrollment of more than 38,000 students. It is a member of the Association of American Universities—an invitation-only, prestigious group of 71 leading research institutions. The U is advancing a new national model for higher education that delivers societal impact through education, research, health care, and community service, while making social, economic, and cultural contributions that improve lives across Utah and around the world.

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