Research Associate
Full Time
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
$38,000 - $60,000 a year
Posted
Job description
Applicants are invited to apply for a Research Associate position in the McDonnell lab. We study glaucoma physiology and pathology using techniques that span molecular biology, cell biology, pharmacology, physiology, biomedical engineering and aqueous humor outflow fluidics. Our lab is part of the new Alan S. Crandall Center for Glaucoma Innovation at the Moran Eye Center. We believe in collaborative science and there will be many opportunities to work with other researchers and take advantage of the many resources here. We will provide state-of-the-art technical resources and comprehensive mentoring in the Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences department which is ranked among the nation’s top 10 with an active basic and translational vision science community. The Moran Eye Center holds regular educational seminars.
Applicants should be self-motivated, able to work independently towards the lab’s research goals, have good communication skills, and evidence of management and leadership skills. Candidates are expected to design and conduct research, write grants and papers, attend conferences, and assist with the administrative aspects of the lab’s day-to-day running.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Candidates will report directly to the Principal Investigator
- Design and conduct experiments to achieve research goals
- Demonstrate effective communication skills; present research at national meetings and author manuscripts for publication in scientific journals
- Collaborate with other laboratory personnel to execute aims of grants
- Aid in the administrative aspects: necessary reports, lab safety, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are 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.
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.
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:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
Open Date
05/11/2023
Requisition Number
PRN34943B
Job Title
Research Associate
Working Title
Research Associate
Job Grade
A00
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
FTE
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
00870 - Ophthalmology-Research
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$38,000 - $60,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
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