University of Utah
Coordinator, Training/Communications
🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, UT
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $48K - $68K
💻 Learning & Development
🗓️ September 25th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Utah is hiring a Coordinator, Training/Communications. This role involves providing training and instructional opportunities to staff within the Office of Comparative Medicine, designing and managing training programs, conducting seminars and workshops, orienting users in operational systems and software, and preparing communication materials for personnel.
Highlights
- Provide hands-on training on rodent handling, animal surgeries, and regulatory requirements to research and OCM staff.
- Maintain rodent training colony and restock supplies for trainings.
- Collaborate with IT and OACC to develop online training systems and manage training documentation, including GLP compliance.
- Serve as point of contact for training resources for the research community.
- Coordinate design, development, and delivery of educational programs such as AALAS certification prep courses.
- Review training programs for effectiveness and implement improvements.
- Act as liaison between the department, program participants, community members, and external organizations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, or related field plus two years related experience required; relevant experience can substitute for education.
- Preferred skills include experience with research rodent models, mastery of rodent handling techniques, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ability to engage adult learners effectively.
- Salary range: $47,650 - $68,349 annually; full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday day shift.
Coordinator, Training/Communications Full Description
Coordinator, Training/Communications
Announcement
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.
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
- Yes
- No
- * How many years of related experience do you have? (related experience includes development and delivery of training seminars, instructional design, instructional video/multi-media production, etc.)
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
- 2 years or more, but less than 4 years
- 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
- 6 years or more
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of References
Optional Documents
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
University Human Resource Management
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu
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