Job Details

Research Operations Specialist

Position Number: 6220823
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Research Operations Specialist

Job Summary

The Research Operations Specialist is responsible for managing operating room operations, facilities maintenance, and safety compliance. This role combines technical expertise with hands-on support to ensure the facilities are maintained and seamless pre-clinical research activities, safety standards, and equipment upkeep.

Responsibilities

Manage operating room schedules, calendars, and pre-clinical research preparation.
Oversee inventory, medical supplies, and equipment certifications.
Maintain bio-waste disposal and radiation user permits and audits
Responsible for OR inspections (such as IACUC, AAALAC, OSHA) including working with upper management on pre-inspection preparation, post-inspection review, and deficiency report documentation.
Plan emergency responses and implement fire prevention and hazardous waste management.
Ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies, conduct safety audits, and address hazards.
Perform light maintenance (e.g., carpentry, HVAC, electrical) and coordinate contractors as needed.
Assist with internal moves, furniture arrangements, large equipment deliveries, and retirement/ disposal of outdated equipment.
Assist with yearly capital equipment inventory audit.
Maintain shared Institute lab equipment.

Minimum Qualifications
High School graduate or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and four years experience in electronic and/or pneumatic control systems.

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Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN41868B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00213 - CVRTI
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 20.00 to 28.00
Close Date: 8/8/2025
Open Until Filled:

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