Job Information
University of Utah PS UU Student - Research Work-Study in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 02/13/2026
Requisition Number PRN16776N
Job Title PS UU Student - Research
Working Title PS UU Student - Research Work-Study
Career Progression Track SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? No
Standard Hours per Week 15 to 19
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Is this a work study job? Yes
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 01720 - PHS - HEALTH SYS INNO & RSRCH
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range
Close Date 05/17/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Description:
We are looking for a bilingual work study student to join the Department of Population Health Sciences as a motivated and detail-oriented research assistant! This role involves recruitment of women in a mammography setting, conducted in both English and Spanish. You’ll also collaborate with our dynamic team on various projects related to Population Health, such as mammography screening and heart disease.
Work Environment:
The Department of Population Health Sciences is dedicated to fostering a collaborative, empathetic, and respectful environment. Our activeWorkforce Engagement Committeeensures a dynamic learning atmosphere that nurtures intellectual curiosity and personal growth, enabling individuals to thrive and collectively achieve excellence. Through our research, education, and community engagement activities, we promote patient-centered health care and the delivery of evidence-based health innovations that improve population health and reduce health disparities within our community. Through high impact research, we strive to contribute to a world where all individuals—regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, gender identity or sexual orientation—have the opportunity to enjoy the highest attainable standard of health. The department is highly interdisciplinary, collaborative, and innovative, and we seek people who will thrive in this environment.
Qualifications:
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in both Spanish and English.
Patient-sensitive position; CDC immunization standards required.
Passion for health sciences, whether clinical or research-focused.
Self-starter, organized, and good with time management. Willing to learn new skills.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities and Details:
Supporting and learning about all parts of a research lab, including patient recruitment and follow-up (virtually, or in-person if needed), submitting and maintaining IRBs, management of study participants on REDCap, conducting literature reviews, and grant submissions. Trainings will be provided as needed (e.g., REDCap, IRB submissions).
Collaborating with a research lab on multiple projects.
Analyze data under the guidance of the principal investigator.
Other administrative tasks as needed.
Our team aims to meet 1-2 times month for teamwork and socialization. All other work is primarily remote.
Snack and drink area for people on site.
Category: Mandatory on-campus or healthcare facility presence.
Minimum Qualifications
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
Preferences: Ideal for students aiming for medical/graduate school or a career in health sciences.
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 (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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
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