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Research Specialists

Position Number: 6714339
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Specialists

Job Summary

Research Specialists
Set up and conduct experiments according to established research protocols and, when necessary, develop new protocols to advance the laboratory's research objectives. Work closely with the principal investigator of the lab as well as other scientists in the research group. Perform a variety of tasks to advance the objective(s) of research projects, including supervision/mentoring of junior scientists and staff members. Prepare samples for analysis and perform scientific procedures and tasks. Collect and analyze data, and test, validate, and document results. Collaborate with other scientists in the laboratory to summarize research findings to help inform decisions. Assist and collaborate in the preparation of research documentation, such as grants, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, reports, summaries, publications, and presentations. Remain knowledgeable in the research methods, techniques, and developments in field of specialty. Recognized as subject matter expert and advanced individual contributor professional. Requires specialized skill set. Conducts highly complex work, unsupervised and with extensive latitude for independent judgment.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities
Research Specialist, VSet up and conduct experiments according to established research protocols while working under the direction of scientists. Perform a variety of tasks contributing to tests and studies to support the objectives of research projects. Prepare samples for analysis and perform laboratory tasks and procedures. Collect and analyze data, and test, validate, and document results. Summarize research findings to help inform decisions. Assist in the preparation of research documentation, such as grants, regulatory submissions, manuscripts, reports, summaries, publications, and presentations. Remain knowledgeable in the research methods, techniques, and developments in field of specialty. Recognized as subject matter expert and advanced individual contributor professional. Requires specialized skill set. Conducts highly complex work, unsupervised and with extensive latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.This is an Expert-Level position in the General Professional track.Job Code: P56435Grade: P17Expected Pay Range: $43,796 to $100,474

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Research Specialist, V: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience.

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Requisition Number: PRN43547B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00246 - Human Genetics
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $43,796 to $100,474
Close Date: 12/10/2025
Open Until Filled:

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