Asst Research Scientist/Engin
Education Requirements
A Ph.D. in a biomedical science or equivalent professional degree.
Experience Requirements
A minimum of 3 year's experience as a postdoctoral fellow or equivalent with practical experience and publication record related to neurodegenerative and/or neurodevelopmental disorders.
Highly Desired Qualifications
2 or more years of experience supervising a research team.
Experience with neuronal differentiation and characterization of patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells.
Experience in the cloning, subcloning of cDNAs, transfections and transductions of mammalian cells and the functional characterization of transfected/transduced proteins products. Experience with other molecular biology tools such as the preparation of RNA, as well as the quantitation of endogenous gene expression and transcriptional regulation.
Experience with maintaining colonies of genetically modified mice, genotyping and using mice as experimental animals.
Established track record of scientific productivity (e.g., authorships in peer-reviewed publications) and grant support, including individual fellowships.
Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to work independently.
Willingness to work flexible hours.
Additional Requirements
Please attach a resume and cover letter as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Lisa Ringen at lisa-ringen@uiowa.edu. Successful candidates will be subject to a credential and criminal background check.
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.
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