Research Assistant
Required Qualifications:
Requires the academic knowledge of a discipline plus the ability to translate, adapt and apply the knowledge that is generally associated with a Bachelor's degree in the biological sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of six months experience in biomedical research.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with personal computers and a working knowledge of word processing and data management software.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience in the conduct of bioactivity assays or immunoassays in microtiter plates.
Experience with laboratory record-keeping.
Experience with coordination of research functions.
Experience in the conduct of toxicology-related laboratory research.
Experience handling rodents.
Experience using microscopes.
Demonstrated ability to pipette small volumes accurately.
Working knowledge of software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, EndNote (or other reference managing software) and graphing software (e.g. Prism, SigmaPlot).
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.
