Top 7 Microbiologist Jobs in Salt Lake City, Ut

Chemist/Microbiologist II
State of Utah —Taylorsville, UT
- $29.01 - $43.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Microbiologist Technician
Innophos —North Salt Lake, UT
- $23.00 - $29.10 an hour
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Microbiologist
Canyon Labs —Bluffdale, UT
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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University of Utah —Salt Lake City, UT
- Medicine
- Pass drug screening
- University
- Retirement plan
Lead Technician, Microbiology
ICU Medical, Inc. —Salt Lake City, UT
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
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University of Utah Health —Salt Lake City, UT
- Medicine
- Pass drug screening
- University
- Retirement plan
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Denali Therapeutics —Salt Lake City, UT
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance

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Chemist/Microbiologist II

State of Utah -
Taylorsville, UT

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Job Details

Full-time
$29.01 - $43.60 an hour

Qualifications

Laboratory safety
Safety regulations
Regulatory compliance
Customer inquiry handling
Molecular diagnostic testing
Biochemical laboratory techniques
Spectrometer
CLIA regulations
Laboratory specimen handling
Microbiological analysis
Safety standard operating procedures
Molecular analysis

Full Job Description

Chemist/Microbiologist II

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $29.01 - $43.60 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | [email protected] | 385-538-4235
Application Deadline – 8/9/2026*

This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Do you have any experience with laboratory testing? Do you want to make a difference in public health?
If this is you, then The Utah Public Health Laboratory (UPHL) needs you as a Newborn Screening Laboratory Scientist.

In this role you will perform biochemical and molecular newborn screening testing. UPHL is CLIA certified.

You MUST meet the CLIA requirements (found HERE) to work in this position.

PLEASE REVIEW BEFORE APPLYING:

Continued employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a fingerprinting background check.

A teleworking option is not available for this position.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

Participate in all high complexity testing functions, including screening testing with clinical auto-analyzers, analysis and
usage of mass spectrometers, molecular testing including quantitative PCR based screening assays, PCR based tests,
next-generation sequencing (NGS) based tests, hemoglobin analysis by isoelectric focusing and HPLC methods
Managing inventory control
Maintaining instruments and equipment
Punching dried blood spots (DBS) using high-throughput punching equipment
Documenting all activities to meet CLIA requirements
Preparing specimens for laboratory analysis following appropriate guidelines and procedures
Analyzing and testing newborn DBS and resulting in LIMS system
Reviewing results for hemoglobin variants by IEF, HPLC, real-time PCR, NGS, mass spectrometry and DELFIA based assays
Reviewing and/or inspecting work for quality, accuracy, and completeness
Staying current and compliances with all laboratories standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Participate in research and development projects related to newborn screening and laboratory testing
Demonstrate a commitment to customer service and patient care by providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries and requests for information
Attention to details and uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in all aspects of laboratory work.
Other duties as assigned by the management

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

Meets CLIA testing personnel qualifications (click HERE. to review the standard qualifications)
Experience in handling clinical specimens in high-throughput, high-volume environments with short turnaround times.
Has experience of using clinical instruments and assays for molecular, biochemical and/or mass spectrometry testing applications
Strong ability to support high-throughput testing workflows.
Skilled at interpreting technical documentation and applying knowledge to practical tasks.
Familiar with CLIA (or other regulatory agency) regulations and requirements.
Willingness to learn and strictly adhere to established safety and operational guidelines

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in a clinical or other laboratory setting required.
The schedule for this position will be 5-8s, requiring Sunday work. Furthermore, occasional work on Saturday, Sunday (if not on schedule), or on holidays is required.

About the Role

Location –
4431 South 2700 West
Taylorsville, UT, 84129
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information, click HERE

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.

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