Research Assistant

Details Open Date 07/14/2026 Requisition Number PRN17225N Job Title Hourly Research Assistants Working Title Research Assistant Career Progression Track S00 Track Level S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week up to 10 hours/week Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00201 - PhysicalTher/Athletic Training Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14/hr DOE Close Date 10/14/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary This is an exciting opportunity to participate in a large-scale research study aimed at helping individuals with chronic musculoskeletal pain. We are looking for dedicated students to join our team and lead group classes that teach evidence-based strategies for self-managing pain. Responsibilities Ability to lead individuals with arthritis in a walking program, ability to lead a group, ability to communicate clearly and problem solve challenges to engagement and motivation 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 Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience. Research Assistant, II : Requires at least 1 year of related experience. Research Assistant, III : Requires 3+ years of related experience. Preferences Ability to lead individuals with arthritis in a walking program, ability to lead a group, ability to communicate clearly and problem solve challenges to engagement and motivation Special Instructions Summary 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 at ** report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Utah Health