University of Utah
Training and Communications Coordinator
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Details
Open Date
09/23/2025
Requisition Number
PRN43166B
Job Title
Coordinator, Training/Communications
Working Title
Training and Communications Coordinator
Career Progression Track
E
Track Level
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday (Days)
VP Area
President
Department
00717 - Office of Comparative Medicine
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$47,650 - $68,349
Close Date
12/23/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Provides training and related instructional opportunities to staff members within a college or department. Presents and/or conducts training seminars and workshops. Designs and manages training programs. Orients users in applicable operational systems and computer software. Prepares communication materials used to instruct personnel and disburses relevant information.
Responsibilities
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Demonstrate and provide hands-on training to research and OCM staff on rodent handling for commonly utilized techniques, basic techniques for animal surgeries, and regulatory requirements
Maintain OCM’s rodent training colony, and maintain and re-stock supplies and materials needed for OCM trainings
Work with departmental IT staff and OACC to develop online training systems and maintain training documentation, including as applicable for a GLP environment
Serve as an OCM point of contact for our research community seeking additional training or resources
Coordinate curricular design, development, and delivery for educational programs (e.g. AALAS certification prep courses)
Conduct reviews of training program(s) to determine program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and initiate appropriate changes
Act as department liaison to program participants, community members, and/or external organizations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years related experience; an in-depth knowledge of the specialty area as well as federal-state laws and regulations governing their procedures; and demonstrated organizational, communication and human relation skills required. Related experience includes: instructional design, teaching, instructional video/multi-media production, public speaking, compositional writing, and computer operation.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Prior experience with research rodent models and aseptic surgery
Demonstrated mastery of rodent handling, restraint, and common biomethodology techniques
Excellent verbal fluency with biomedical and laboratory animal research terminology
Ability to interact effectively with adult learners and adjust training styles accordingly
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer processing
Type
Benefited Staff
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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This 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.
Open Date
09/23/2025
Requisition Number
PRN43166B
Job Title
Coordinator, Training/Communications
Working Title
Training and Communications Coordinator
Career Progression Track
E
Track Level
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday (Days)
VP Area
President
Department
00717 - Office of Comparative Medicine
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$47,650 - $68,349
Close Date
12/23/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Provides training and related instructional opportunities to staff members within a college or department. Presents and/or conducts training seminars and workshops. Designs and manages training programs. Orients users in applicable operational systems and computer software. Prepares communication materials used to instruct personnel and disburses relevant information.
Responsibilities
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Demonstrate and provide hands-on training to research and OCM staff on rodent handling for commonly utilized techniques, basic techniques for animal surgeries, and regulatory requirements
Maintain OCM’s rodent training colony, and maintain and re-stock supplies and materials needed for OCM trainings
Work with departmental IT staff and OACC to develop online training systems and maintain training documentation, including as applicable for a GLP environment
Serve as an OCM point of contact for our research community seeking additional training or resources
Coordinate curricular design, development, and delivery for educational programs (e.g. AALAS certification prep courses)
Conduct reviews of training program(s) to determine program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and initiate appropriate changes
Act as department liaison to program participants, community members, and/or external organizations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, or a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years related experience; an in-depth knowledge of the specialty area as well as federal-state laws and regulations governing their procedures; and demonstrated organizational, communication and human relation skills required. Related experience includes: instructional design, teaching, instructional video/multi-media production, public speaking, compositional writing, and computer operation.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Prior experience with research rodent models and aseptic surgery
Demonstrated mastery of rodent handling, restraint, and common biomethodology techniques
Excellent verbal fluency with biomedical and laboratory animal research terminology
Ability to interact effectively with adult learners and adjust training styles accordingly
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer processing
Type
Benefited Staff
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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This 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.