Job Information
University of Utah UU Student - Research (Work-Study) in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 11/22/2024
Requisition Number PRN15426N
Job Title UU Student - Research
Working Title UU Student - Research (Work-Study)
Job Grade SJ
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week up to 10 hours
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job? Yes
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00204 - Occupational/Recreational Therapy
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $13.00/hr
Close Date 01/20/2025
Priority Review Date
Job Summary
Performs dissections to prepare cadavers for student use in lab.
Responsibilities
Performs physical, chemical, and/or biological tests according to established procedures.
Prepares specimens according to established laboratory practices.
Follows prescribed procedures for maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
This is a Work-Study position. Students must have been awarded a Federal Work-Study Award for the current year and be enrolled in classes at the U during their time of employment.
One year full-time laboratory experience or equivalency required; knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment and terminology as well as knowledge of chemical and physical properties of materials or substances and appropriate specimen handling techniques required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required. OSHA training and certification in animal care and use or the willingness to complete the certification may be required by some departments.
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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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