Lab Aide
- Employer
- University of Utah
- Location
- Utah, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Feb 8, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Minority & Multicultural Affairs
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Lab Aide
Job Summary
Performs non-technical procedures in a research laboratory and maintains laboratory facilities, equipment and records.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve - which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming - with impact worldwide. Partnerships with individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work. Huntsman Cancer Institute values cancer-related health equity, and inclusion as integral to our guiding principle to serve our patients and their communities, and our commitment to foster a culture of belonging for all within our organization.
In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position.
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Responsibilities
1. Maintains the physical environment of the lab.
2. Prepares facility for daily use.
3. May file and maintain research records and logs of research data.
4. May wash and clean cages, handle and treat animals, and prepare special diets for animals used in research.
The incumbent follows well-established laboratory procedures to complete work. Sensitive or unusual situations are referred to the supervisor. Work is performed under the close supervision of senior laboratory personnel. Work is frequently reviewed for accuracy and to ensure adherence to research protocols.
Disclaimer 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 The incumbent follows well-established laboratory procedures to complete work. Sensitive or unusual situations are referred to the supervisor . Work is performed under the close supervision of senior laboratory personnel. Work is frequently reviewed for accuracy and to ensure adherence to research protocols.
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 requiredNearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
This is an entry level position and on the job training is provided. The ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; the ability to keep accurate records; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.
A general knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment and terminology; the ability to operate and care for laboratory equipment; and a knowledge of appropriate specimen handling techniques preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Special Instructions
Requisition Number: PRN14537N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01154 - HCI Brad Cairns Lab
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 15.00
Close Date:
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/159358
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