<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 08/13/2025 Requisition Number PRN16237N Job Title Lab Aide Working Title Lab Aide-Sieburth Lab (Workstudy) Job Grade A FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>TBD</p> <p>Is this a work study job? Yes VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00116 - School of Biological Sciences Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $12 to 15/hour Close Date 10/31/2025 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>Join a research team using genetics to answer questions about Arabidopsis thaliana, a model organism for plant genetics. This support position will help streamline lab productivity and provide experience in general lab maintenance, biotechnology, and molecular biology. The incumbent follows well-established laboratory procedures to complete work. Work is performed under the close supervision of senior laboratory personnel and is frequently reviewed for accuracy and to ensure adherence to research protocols. This is an on-campus position for U of U students who have been awarded Work Study.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>maintenance of the physical lab environment for daily use. </li><li>help to maintain lab organization </li><li>prepare media </li><li>wash glassware </li><li>DNA extraction </li><li>seed collection </li><li>soil preparation and seedling transplantation </li><li>assists to maintain laboratory inventories and logs </li><li>assists research personnel with experiments or special projects by request </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:</p> <p>Nearly Continuously: Office environment.</p> <p>Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required</p> <p>Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.</p> <p>Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.</p> <p>Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.</p> <p>Preferences</p> <p>Biology or Life Sciences undergraduate major students are preferred; however, all majors are considered. 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. However, enthusiasm and attention to detail are as valuable as experience.</p> <p>Special Instructions Summary Additional Information</p> <p>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.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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.</p> <p>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 Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Indicate your level of knowledge and/or experience in laboratory procedures, operation and care of laboratory equipment, and specimen handling techniques: </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>Minimal</p> </li><li> <p>Moderate</p> </li><li> <p>Extensive</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Have you been awarded and have you accepted a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year? If no, do not submit this application. </li></ul> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Have you read and do you agree to follow the work-study information and policy as stated in the Student Work-Study Handbook found on the Financial Aid and Scholarships website? (https://financialaid.utah.edu/types-of-aid/work-study/students/) If no, do not submit this application. </li></ul> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only </li><li>Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only </li></ul>