Job Details

Lab Aide

Position Number: 7335608
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Lab Aide

Job Summary

The Rutter Lab (http://rutter.biochem.utah.edu/) in the Department of Biochemistry seeks a Lab Aide to perform non-technical laboratory procedures under the general supervision of the Lab Manager and other senior laboratory personnel. The successful candidate may also assist with basic research experiments including molecular biology and biochemistry. This is an entry level position ideal for students interested in laboratory science and research.

Schedule is flexible around the candidate's class schedule; however, work hours must fall within Monday - Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM during the initial few months of training after which time work hours can be increasingly flexible. The ideal applicant should be self-motivated and have good record keeping and time management skills.

Responsibilities
- Prepares solutions and media for laboratory- Keeps lab clean and organized- Assists with maintaining lab inventories- May assist researchers with experiments

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
Biology or Life Sciences undergraduate major students are preferred; however, all majors are considered.

Special Instructions
This posting is closed and is no longer accepting applications.

Requisition Number: PRN17237N
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01502 - Department of Biochemistry
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 7.25 to 14.18
Close Date: 9/14/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/205490