Assistant Research Scientist - Iowa Neuroscience Institute

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Education Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in a biomedical field, preferably neuroscience, genetics, or closely related field

Experience Requirements

  • Expert in basic molecular biology lab techniques, including DNA/RNA isolation, cDNA library preparation, PCR
  • Strong foundation of molecular biology and biochemistry knowledge
  • Experience with light microscopy (transmitted and/or fluorescent)
  • A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible postdoctoral experience in a relevant research laboratory environment
  • Publication record commensurate with career stage
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently while being accountable and efficient with time management

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with RNA-seq, Next Gen Sequencing technologies
  • Experience with spatial -omics technologies (e.g., MERSCOPE, Visium, Xenium)
  • Experience with analysis of spatial or single cell transcriptomic datasets
  • Experience with histological tissue preparation (cryosectioning, IHC, tissue staining) and neuroanatomy
  • Lab management experience

 

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a CV or resume, and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

for questions on this position please reach out to Anne Beyerink, anne-phillips@uiowa.edu.

Equal opportunity employer

 

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

 

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu.  For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.

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