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Maintenance Mechanic Sorenco Laboratories, Inc.  
Inventory Control Team Member Sorenco Laboratories, Inc.  
Marketing Associate Sorenson Development, Inc.  
Lab Technician I (Swing Shift Only) Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Case Production Specialist I Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Forensic DNA Analyst I Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Specimen Processor /Data Entry Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Associate Laboratory Director Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Client Support Representative Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Account Manager Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Supply Chain Coordinator Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Sr. Software Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
QA Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
Software Support Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
Genetic Data Analyst (Part Time & Full Time positions) Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation  
Software Engineer (Entry Level) Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation  
Maintenance Mechanic Sorenco Laboratories, Inc.  
Growing SLC Manufacturing Company is looking for a Full-time Maintenance Mechanic. Successful candidate will be responsible for maintenance and installation of production equipment, installation of automated machinery, such as robots and programmable logic controllers and equipment, as well as repairing of physical structures, pipe and electrical systems. Candidate will be expected to inventory spare parts, torch or weld equipment, have a good understanding of plumbing and pipe work as well as hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and related.

REQUIRED
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 4+ years related experience and/or technical training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and move heavy equipment.

Excellent benefits include paid vacation & sick time, health & dental insurance, 401(k) and more!!

E-mail resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com or fax to (801)461-9749.
In order for your resume to be considered, please include MAINTENANCE MECHANIC in the subject line of your email, or the cover sheet of your fax.
Inventory Control Team Member Sorenco Laboratories, Inc.  
Growing SLC manufacturer of nutritional supplements has immediate openings for an experienced Inventory Control personnel. Duties will be to perform various inventory and warehouse functions, such as operate lift trucks, pull work orders, load and unload trucks, inventory counting and staging. Background check required.

Education/Experience
• High School Diploma
• 6 months minimum warehouse experience preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage inventory as it is moved throughout the supply chain.
• Must be able to lift minimum of 50 lbs.

We offer full benefits, paid time off and 401(k)!

Qualified candidates may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include INVENTORY CONTROL in the subject line of your email.
Marketing Associate Sorenson Development, Inc.  
Sorenson Development Inc, Real Estate Division is currently seeking a qualified Marketing Associate to manage all inclusive sales and marketing projects as asigned. Will coordinate and assist with advertising, direct mailing, printing and events.

Education/Experience
• Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related field, experience along with continuing education will be considered.
• 3 to 5 years experience in Marketing or Sales related field, Real Estate experience is preferred.
• Experience in managing Marketing and Sales related projects in a fast paced environment.
• Competency in Adobe CS3, Microsoft office and website maintenance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong managerial skills with the ability to identify new market opportunities.

Sorenson Development offers a full benefits package including Health and Dental Insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and more!

Qualified candidates may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include MARKETING ASSOCIATE in the subject line of your email.
Lab Technician I (Swing Shift Only) Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  

World-class genomics laboratory and global industry leader in DNA analysis seeks to fill multiple swing shift positions for Full Time LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I. Successful candidates will process test specimens through DNA quantitation, normalization, multiplex PCR for short tandem repeat analysis, mtDNA sequencing & data collection.

Shift hours are: 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Required:
• High School Diploma with 4+ years experience in Molecular Biology Laboratory
• AS Degree in Biotechnology or MLT Certification or BS Degree in related field.
• Familiar with molecular biology lab testing, analysis and reporting

Preferred:
• BS in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Biology or related field
• 2+ years experience in a lab with this emphasis
• Familiarity with Molecular Biology Laboratory testing, analysis and reporting.
• Computer and Microsoft applications proficiency

We offer an excellent benefits package which includes Health and Dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 401(k) and more!

Qualified candidates may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include LAB TECH-SWING SHIFT in the subject line of your E-mail.
Case Production Specialist I Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Sorenson Genomics, a leader in DNA testing services, is currently seeking a Case Production Specialist I for its relationship testing operation. Overall, the position involves working with the Case Production Team, the case review staff as well as customer service personnel to manage the flow of casework from the laboratory to our clients. Specific duties include the preparation of genetic test reports as well as the coordination of release of such reports.

REQUIRED
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in the field or related area
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Order Entry software
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task

PREFERRED
• 3+ years work experience as customer service rep in a commercial laboratory
• 1 or more years college including Chemistry and Biology classes

Qualified candidates should submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include CASE PRODUCTION SPECIALIST I in the subject line of your email.
Forensic DNA Analyst I Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Sorenson Forensics is a leading provider of casework and validation services for federal, state and local crime laboratories and Officers of the Court in individual criminal cases. Additionally, we offer comprehensive genetic forensic services for private industry clients. We are currently seeking an experience Forensic DNA Analyst to work in our Salt Lake City laboratory. Candidate must have completed a comprehensive forensic DNA training program to include a range of samples typically encountered in forensic casework. Candidate must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time to a public crime laboratory for validation services assignment, assignments will typically last 2-4 weeks in a row or more. We will fly you home or to any major city in the continental U.S. every weekend.

REQUIRED:
• B.A. or B.S. degree in a biology, chemistry, or forensic science related area. College course work or classes covering the subject areas of: (a) biochemistry, (b) genetics, (c) molecular biology, and (d) college course work or training that covers the subject area of statistics and/or population genetics. (attach transcript)
• Qualified candidates must meet the FBI’s Quality Assurance Standards for a technical analyst/examiner (Standard 5.3).
• Minimum 6 months experience working in a forensic DNA laboratory performing forensic casework, 2+ years preferred.

**ONLY LOCAL U.S. CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED**

We offer a full benefits package which includes Health and Dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 401(k) and more!

Qualified candidates may submit resumes, CV, college transcript and salary history to: jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include FORENSIC DNA ANALYST in the subject line of your email.
Specimen Processor /Data Entry Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
World-class genomics lab & global industry leader in high-throughput DNA analysis seeks full-time Specimen Processor/ Data Entry to open mail,do data entry, process, sample receiving, storage, and discard and customer service. Must have flawless data entry with high accuracy. Will be working with biological specimens.

REQUIRED
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• 1 year of experience in data entry or in a related area
• Experience using Microsoft Office and a data entry software system preferred

Qualified candidates should submit their resume by email to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include SPECIMEN PROCESSOR in the subject line of your email.
Associate Laboratory Director Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Sorenson Genomics is seeking an Associate Laboratory Director to assist with the technical oversight of the relationship testing component of its operations including but not limited to laboratory processes, data integrity and casework review and reporting.

Duties for this position include but are not limited to the review of relationship testing casework and associated genetic data, consulting with the laboratory regarding data quality concerns and improvements, consulting with clients regarding case results and interpretation, providing expert legal testimony when needed, providing continuing education, training and otherwise acting as a constructive mentor to laboratory staff, working closely with the Case Production team to resolve technical and non-technical issues with casework, assisting the Laboratory Director to help ensure compliance with all accreditation requirements, be available for all relevant audits and be involved with and help manage the development, validation and implementation of new relationship testing processes, reagents, instruments, procedures and products. The successful candidate will be proficient with basic statistical methods and computer-based technologies and will have a firm understanding of the underlying principles of human genetics and molecular biological methods. Finally, candidates must demonstrate working experience with assay design, laboratory implementation and validation.

Minimum Requirements:

¬Ph.D. in a relevant biological science.
Practical experience with the study of human polymorphism including: microsatellite/STRs, mtDNA sequence variation, genetic mapping and linkage, haplotype analysis, population genetics.
Must possess a peer-reviewed publications record.
Ability to work as part of a high-functioning multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and multi-task well.
Detail-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong initiative and demonstrated ability to take ownership of challenging problems.

Preferred:

Experience with GeneMapper or Genescan/Genotyper, Sequencher.
Experience with Applied Biosystems genetic analyzers.
2 years experience in a commercial environment.
Specific experience in the analysis of human relatedness.
Experience with other genomics tools and technologies.
Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems.

We offer a full benefits package including Health and Dental insurance, Disability, 401(k) and much more!

Qualified candidates may submit resume with salary requirements to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include ASSOCIATE LAB DIRECTOR in the subject line of your email.
Client Support Representative Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Identigene, a successful, growing company in Salt Lake City, UT is currently looking to fill many positions for seasoned Customer Service Representatives as well as Customer Service Team Leads in our inbound call center. Duties will include accepting inbound calls from clients to answer questions regarding our services as well as giving test results. In addition, will also be required to possess competency in all customer service functions including friendly and professional phone voice and demeanor. These positions do not require sales of any kind.

We offer a full benefits package to all qualified employees!

REQUIRED
-High School Diploma
-2 years experience in Customer Service
-Dependable and professional

PREFERRED
-1+ years post High School education
-Experience working in an inbound call center.
-Experience with an e-commerce business

Qualified applicants may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. Please put CUSTOMER SERVICE REP in memo line.
Account Manager Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
Sorenson Genomics, a DNA testing company specializing in providing a wide spectrum of contract services to clients throughout the world, including DNA extraction and purification; biological forensics; paternity testing; disaster victim identification; ancestral and population assessment, and custom test development, is currently experienced ACCOUNT MANAGER.

This position will be responsible for managing customer accounts, building new accounts and distribution channels, communicating the products/services offered to customers. In addition will act as a liaison between the laboratory and accounts, prepare marketing literature, letters and agreements for new and existing accounts, as well as answering phones and emails promptly for account customers.

Required:
• Associate's degree in business or High School Diploma with 3 years experience in customer service, account management, sales or marketing.

Preferred:
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with emphasis in sales or marketing with 5 years experience in sales, ore account management within the life science industry.

Qualified candidates may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com . In order for your resume to be considered, please include ACCOUNT MANAGER in the email subject line.
Supply Chain Coordinator Sorenson Genomics, L.L.C.  
World-class genomics laboratory and global industry leader in DNA analysis seeks to fill a full time position for a Supply Chain Coordinator whose primary roll will be to manage supply chain operations under the direction of laboratory operations. In addition, duties will include purchasing of laboratory supplies, inventory management and production scheduling. Will be required to negotiate long term contracts and maintain vendor relations as well as oversee the daily receiving process of supplies into the laboratory, maintain supply chain reports, inventory tracking and projection sheets and maintain a high quality level throughout supply chain.

Education/Experience
 Bachelors Degree in a related field such as business, finance, cost accounting or business management.
 Minimum 3 years experience in supply chain management, materials management, purchasing, material requirement planning and/or inventory control.
 Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other related tools as needed to generate reports reviewing for inventory management.
 Experience with inventory management, production scheduling and accounting applications.
 Ability to multi-task with a great deal of accuracy and detail.
 Ability to use eDNA, Visual and UNIflow software applications preferred.

All qualified employees receive a full benefits package to include:
Health & Dental Insurance
Life & Disability insurance
Paid holidays, sick time & vacation time
401(k) & much more!!

Qualified candidates may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATOR in the subject line of your email.
Sr. Software Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
Sorenson Media is a global leader in video compression technology located in the beautiful Salt Lake Valley of Utah. Our innovative encoding applications and award-winning video delivery solutions enable users to quickly and affordably deliver quality digital video files over the Internet. Sorenson Media's video streaming technology is used on more than 600 million PCs worldwide. The Sorenson Squeeze Compression Suite has garnered many major industry awards, including Macworld Best of Show and 2007 Streaming Media Readers’ Choice Award for Encoding Software, and the firm's compression codecs are licensed by a host of Fortune 500 companies.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Developer to join our efforts at the forefront of video. We are working on putting video into the latest video disk formats Blu-ray, HD DVD, and DVD. Join our efforts to help shape the next great revolution hitting the net—the “video web”. If you’re good at what you do and want to be a leader in a field that everyone is talking about, then come join the Sorenson Media team!

Excellent Benefits:
- 401K matching contributions up to 5%
- 3 weeks paid vacation
- Medical/Dental/Life insurance
- Short/long term disability insurance
- Competitive salary and bonus potential

Education and/or Experience
- BS Degree in CS or related field
- Good leadership skills
- Practical/working knowledge of the Ruby on Rails framework
- Familiarity with CSS and HTML
- Knowledge of Ajax based web interfaces
- Development with C++ and Trolltech Qt
- Experience with Java
- 5+ year experience in object-oriented software engineering
- Ability to take ownership of large software subsystems
- Motivated self-starter
- Work and communicate well with others in a team environment

Other skills and abilities
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies
- Experience in developing database driven interfaces is desirable Multimedia architectures: Windows Media, QuickTime, Real Media, Flash, and MPEG
- Experience with audio/video image processing and codecs
- Cross platform development experience (Mac, Windows, Linux)
- Development with Visual Studio, and Mac OS X Carbon development using Xcode.

Qualified candidates may submit resumes to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com, in order for your resume to be considered, please include SOFTWARE ENGINEER in the subject line of your email.
QA Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
Sorenson Media is currently seeking a Software QA Engineer who would be responsible for testing Sorenson Media software products and tools as well as assure that quality products are delivered to the market. The QA Engineer will be responsible for extending current tests, developing improved test websites and developing test harnesses in Java and C#. The engineer will analyze software requirements to define how products are tested. He will then create tests, document those tests, execute tests, record and track defects, and promote the resolution of software quality issues. Candidate must posses a keen interest in technology as well as be a demonstrated quick learner. This position is full time.

REQUIRED
-Computer Science or MIS Degree or the Equivalent
-Software industry experience 1 – 2 years minimum
-At least 1 year profession experience coding in Java or C#
-Web development including the use of ASP
-Servlet development preferred
-Web Server & Web Application configuration skills required
-Proven and reliable performer on the job
-Experience with video encoding, videography or NLE’s a plus

Sorenson Media offers a full benefit package to all qualified employees.

Qualified applicants may submit resume to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include QA ENGINEER in the subject line of your email.
Software Support Engineer Sorenson Media, Inc.  
Sorenson Media is a global leader in video compression technology located in the beautiful Salt Lake Valley of Utah. Our innovative encoding applications and award-winning video delivery solutions enable users to quickly and affordably deliver quality digital video files over the Internet. Sorenson Media's video streaming technology is used on more than 600 million PCs worldwide. The Sorenson Squeeze Compression Suite has garnered many major industry awards, including Macworld Best of Show and 2007 Streaming Media Readers’ Choice Award for Encoding Software, and the firm's compression codecs are licensed by a host of Fortune 500 companies.
We are seeking a dedicated Software Support Engineer for our software SDK products. Duties include working with customer engineers to integrate the SDK, working with internal engineers to create test environments to exercise the SDK, and working to represent customer needs in the product.

Education and/or Experience
- Excellent verbal and written communications
- Work well with others in a team environment
- Motivated self-starter
- Familiarity with CSS and HTML
- Experience with Java and C#
- experience in object-oriented software engineering
- Strong system levels skills with Windows, Mac, and Linux

Other skills and abilities
- BS Degree in CS or related field
- Cross platform development experience (Mac, Windows, Linux)
- Familiar with agile development

Qualified candidates may submit resumes to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com, in order for your resume to be considered, please include SOFTWARE SUPPORT ENGINEER in the sub
Genetic Data Analyst (Part Time & Full Time positions) Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation  
The Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to building the world's foremost collection of DNA and corresponding genealogical information, is currently seeking Genetic Data Analysts, both full time and part time, to screen and report DNA fragment and/or sequence data to help grow its databases.

The principal responsibility of the analyst will be to examine and report DNA fragment and/or sequence data while maintaining high throughput rate and accuracy. The analyst must maintain appropriate documentation of data observations, data anomalies and characteristics of the genotyping panels. The analyst will also assist with troubleshooting, new process implementation and researching some population-genetics questions.

Required
-Only required for Full Time positions: BS degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
-For Part Time positions: Some college courses in Biology, Chemistry or related fields.
-Good understanding of PCR and related molecular procedures.
-Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
-Demonstrated written and verbal skills.
-Ability to work closely with a team.

Preferred
-Experience in genetic data analysis software.


Qualified applicants should send their resumes to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your E-mail to be considered, please list GENETIC DATA ANALYST-SMGF in the subject line of your E-mail and clearly state whether you are interested in the Full Time or Part Time position.

Software Engineer (Entry Level) Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation  
The Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation (SMGF) is a non-profit organization seeking a Jr. Software Engineer. This position requires a self-starter with strong trouble-shooting and investigative skills to develop computer applications both for internal use and for the www.smgf.org Web site. This software engineer will be responsible for developing application code and for testing and developing applications in both Java and MYSQL for the entire software lifecycle. Good written and verbal communication skills and a thorough understanding of Object-Oriented design and development are a must.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop application code
• Test and develop application in both Java and MYSQL for the entire software lifecycle
• Coordinate database needs with end-users

Education and/or Experience:
• Solid coding skills in Java and MYSQL
• GNU/Linux required
• B.A./B.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent preferred
• Experience with database technologies
• Familiar with the Eclipse plugin/extension point architecture
• SWT and Hibernate experience preferred

SMGF provides a stimulating, friendly environment where individuals participate in cutting-edge advances in molecular genealogy research.

Qualified applicants should forward their resumes to jobs@sorensoncompanies.com. In order for your resume to be considered, please include JR SOFTWARE ENGINEER in the subject line of your E-mail.