Lab Aide

The University of Utah • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

A full-time Lab Aide position is available in the Rutter Lab ( http://rutter.biochem.utah.edu/ ) in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Utah. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in working as part of a multi-disciplinary and dynamic team to perform cutting-edge research towards revealing the human protein-metabolite interactome for a better understanding of human metabolism, health, and disease. Previous hands-on, laboratory research experience is preferred, but not required. Duties include SDS - PAGE , Western blot, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, High-pressure or fast-pressure liquid chromatography, recombinant protein expression and purification, and other protein biochemistry techniques.

Requirements

• The ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• The ability to keep accurate records
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hands-on, laboratory research experience is preferred, but not required.
• A general knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment and terminology
• The ability to operate and care for laboratory equipment
• A knowledge of appropriate specimen handling techniques
• Excellent focus and attention to detail
• Organizational skills in recordkeeping, multitasking, prioritizing responsibilities, time management, knowing when to ask for help, and an ability to interact with all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory research under the direction of a supervisor. The successful applicant will be trained and perform SDS - PAGE , Western blot, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, fast-pressure liquid chromatography, recombinant protein expression and purification, and other protein biochemistry techniques.
• Maintains detailed electronic laboratory notebook.
• Analyzes, presents, and discusses data.
• Attends and participates in lab meetings and interest groups.
• Maintains lab inventory and databases.
• Contributes to general laboratory maintenance and general reagent production as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees