Details **Open Date** 10/07/2024 **Requisition Number** PRN40032B **Job Title** Lab Specialist **Working Title** Lab Specialist **Job Grade** D **FLSA Code** Nonexempt **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** President **Department** 02280 - HCI Ramiro Garzon Lab **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** 15.19 to 28.08 **Close Date** **Job Summary** The Division of Hematology Biorepository seeks a Laboratory Specialist to conduct translational science protocols in the field of leukemia. This position will design, conduct, and analyze experiments on leukemia cell lines and patient samples, with emphasis on various flow cytometry protocols (spectral, imaging, traditional; immunophenotyping, apoptosis, and flow- FISH ) and plate-based inhibitor screening. Much of this work is conducted with samples collected from patients with leukemia, and extreme attention to detail is required when working with these precious samples. Current projects include imaging cytometry to determine the molecular mechanism of action of an inhibitor in clinical trials for patients with myelofibrosis and the screening of mutations observed in patients to determine their effect on telomere length with flow- FISH . Other responsibilities include processing samples from clinical trial patients, which may include same-day assays or special storage protocols. The laboratory is in the Huntsman Cancer Institute Research North building at 2000 Circle of Hope. The position will be 100% on-site, with no remote work. Pay is at least $24.00/hour (~$50,000/year). **Minimum Qualifications:** * Baccalaureate degree in biology or closely related field * Two years of full-time post-baccalaureate laboratory experience * Proven communication skills and attention to detail _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._ _In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your 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._ **Responsibilities** This is a full-time position with benefits, including: * 14.2% retirement contributions by employer, immediately vested\* * Health insurance for you and family members for a modest cost * Dental and life insurance * 10 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 2 personal preference days off per year (**https://benefits.utah.edu/paid-leave-time/)** * Health flexible spending account * Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA ) * 50% off tuition for you, spouse, and children * Free use of UTA Bus, Express Bus, TRAX , and Frontrunner 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 discipline or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years full-time laboratory experience; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. Working knowledge of advanced scientific techniques and procedures as well as the ability to make statistical calculations, analyze results, prepare reports and perform specialized tests also required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** **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. 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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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. 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