Job Description

Details



Open Date

11/06/2025



Requisition Number

PRN43519B



Job Title

Molecular Biology Scientists



Working Title

Molecular Biology Scientists



Career Progression Track

L00



Track Level

L5 - Expert, L4 - Advanced, L3 - Career, L2 - Developing, L1 - Entry Level Pro



FLSA Code

Professional



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

01502 - Department of Biochemistry



Location

Campus



City

Salt Lake City, UT



Type of Recruitment

External Posting



Pay Rate Range

$90K - $110K



Close Date

02/05/2026



Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)



Job Summary



Molecular Biology Scientists



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments.



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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



Molecular Biology Scientist, I



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Junior-level scientist, acquiring scientific skills used in R&D. Works under the guidance of more senior-level scientists.



Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.



This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code:

L56111

Grade:

L16



Molecular Biology Scientist, II



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Mid-level scientist with working knowledge of scientific skills and research techniques. Conducts assignments of increasing complexity, under limited supervision.



Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 4+ years of directly related work experience.



This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code:

L56112

Grade:

L17



Molecular Biology Scientist, III



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Senior-level scientist with in-depth understanding of scientific principles and proficiency in research techniques. Conducts complex assignments important to the organization.



Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 6+ years of directly related work experience.



This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code:

L56113

Grade:

L18



Molecular Biology Scientist, IV



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Contributes innovative solutions that advance the organization's strategy and extend knowledge in a given field.



Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 8+ years of directly related work experience.



This is an Advanced-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code:

L56114

Grade:

L19



Molecular Biology Scientist, V



Design and conduct experimental research and investigations to explore the function, formation, and structure of deoxyribonucleic acid ( DNA ), ribonucleic acid ( RNA ), and cellular protein synthesis. Participate in activities such as next generation sequencing ( NGS ), protein purification, gene expression, polymerase chain reaction ( PCR ), DNA cloning, transformations, and transfections. Record, interpret, and analyze study data. Develop research documentation, such as protocols, reports, reviews, publications, manuscripts, and/or summaries. Disseminate research findings to internal and external audiences. Ensure the quality standards and scientific integrity in research activities are maintained. Remain knowledgeable of relevant scientific and technical developments. Contributes innovative solutions that advance the organization's strategy and extend knowledge in a given field.



Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 10+ years of directly related work experience.



This is an Expert-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code:

L56115

Grade:

L20



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:

Molecular Biology Scientist, I:

Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

Molecular Biology Scientist, II:

Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 4+ years of directly related work experience.

Molecular Biology Scientist, III :

Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 6+ years of directly related work experience.

Molecular Biology Scientist, IV:

Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 8+ years of directly related work experience.

Molecular Biology Scientist, V:

Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and 10+ years of directly related work experience.



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