University of Utah Health Research · 15 hours ago
Research Technicians (Hobbs Lab)
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$18/hr - $20/hrUniversity of Utah Health Research is seeking research technicians for the Hobbs Lab within the Department of Biochemistry. The role involves performing technical procedures in a research laboratory, assisting with general lab management, and participating in research projects related to enzyme biochemistry and immune signaling pathways during viral infection.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
The Hobbs Lab within the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Utah School of Medicine is recruiting a research technician to study enzyme biochemistry, protein structural biology, and immune signaling pathways during viral infection
The Hobbs lab is a newly formed lab at the University of Utah that will use structural and biochemical approaches to understand mechanisms of antiviral signaling in both humans and bacteria
We are seeking a highly motivated individual excited to study molecular biology and basic science research in either bacterial or human contexts
The successful candidate will assist with general lab management, preparation of reagents and recombinant enzymes, and ordering of lab supplies
Additionally, applicants will work closely with all members of the lab, participate and present in lab meetings, and have the opportunity to pursue an individual research project and co-author publications
1 on 1 training with Dr. Hobbs
Learn advanced recombinant protein expression and purification techniques
Maintain stocks of common laboratory proteins including polymerase and protease enzymes
Pursue an individual research project related to innate immunity, enzymology, and structural biology
Learn advanced experimental design and be responsible for intellectual commitment to position and relevant literature
Prepare common laboratory solutions, competent cells and reagents
Maintain a detailed notebook of protocols and research activities
Participate in lab meetings and work closely with all members of the lab
Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and work areas
Responsible for ordering lab supplies and communicating with vendors
Manage lab safety and communicate and work with Environmental Health and Safety
Qualification
Required
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)
Research Technician, I: Requires little to no related experience
Research Technician, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience
Research Technician, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience
Research Technician, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience
Candidates must have at least 1.5–2.0 years of availability
Previous laboratory experience in protein purification, tissue culture, or microbial culturing is preferred but not necessary
Benefits
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).
Company
University of Utah Health Research
At University of Utah Health, our world-class researchers work together to tackle some of the toughest problems in health and medicine.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
University of Utah Health Research has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase