PS UU Student - Research

Temporary part-time undergraduate research assistant position (10–20 hours per week) in the Helms Laboratory, Department of Pulmonary, University of Utah Health – Academics.

About the role

The Helms Laboratory is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to assist with biomedical research investigating mechanisms of lung injury and repair. This position provides hands-on experience in a collaborative research environment and is ideal for students interested in biology, physiology, medicine, or biomedical research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of laboratory reagents and stock solutions.
• Maintain laboratory organization, inventory, and equipment.
• Perform basic laboratory techniques including pipetting, solution preparation, and sample processing under supervision.
• Assist with data entry, spreadsheet organization, and basic data analysis.
• Support molecular biology, cell culture, histology, and microscopy experiments as training progresses.
• Assist with animal colony maintenance and research procedures after appropriate training and IACUC approval.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and comply with laboratory safety requirements.

Requirements

• This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements, including immunization according to CDC standards and hospital policy.
• Availability to work 10–20 hours per week during the academic year, with additional hours available during the summer.

Qualifications

• Coursework in biology or chemistry.
• Previous laboratory experience through coursework, volunteer work, or undergraduate research.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis.
• Interest in molecular biology, physiology, or translational biomedical research.

Pay

Will pay no less than $7.25 per hour.