Associate Research Scientist
Education Requirement
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, or similar degrees; or other doctoral degree, such as PharmD.
Experience Required
- Typically, two years of experience or knowledge performing one or more of the following:
- Cancer mouse models (xenografts, organoids, humanized models).
- Molecular biology and pharmacology methods including cell culture, microscopy, RT-PCR, ELISA etc.
- Managing IACUC and other lab safety protocols.
- Independent manuscript preparation.
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
Desirable Qualifications
- Postdoctoral experience related to drug discovery or development of cancer therapies.
- Experience in conducting clinical trials and biomarker development.
- Experience in biostatistical and bioinformatics analysis.
Application and Position Details
- In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum 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. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.
Benefits Highlights
- Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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, gender identity, 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.
