What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doc Res Assoc position at University of Utah Health Research?
Details
Open Date 10/19/2026
Requisition Number PRN46529B
Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Career Progression Track A00
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01337 - Molecular Medicine Program
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 20000 to 500000
Close Date 01/29/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Boudina Laboratory in the Department of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our research team.
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit a cover letter describing your research experience and career goals, a current CV, and contact information for three references.
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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .
Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu
Open Date 10/19/2026
Requisition Number PRN46529B
Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Career Progression Track A00
Track Level
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01337 - Molecular Medicine Program
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 20000 to 500000
Close Date 01/29/2027
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Boudina Laboratory in the Department of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology at the University of Utah is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to join our research team.
Responsibilities
- Design and carry out independent and collaborative research projects
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the lab
- Write and submit manuscripts for publication
- Prepare grant applications, including fellowship and training grant proposals
- Present research at lab meetings, departmental seminars, and national conferences
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD completed within the past year or defending shortly
- Demonstrated expertise in mouse genetics, including breeding and managing genetically modified mouse models
- Experience with lineage tracing, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques
- Strong record of scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit a cover letter describing your research experience and career goals, a current CV, and contact information for three references.
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 possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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 Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .
Online reports may be submitted athttps://oeo.utah.edu
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