Research Assistant

Education Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. A degree in neuroscience, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, engineering, or medicine is preferred.

Experience Requirements 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and abilities to communicate (written and spoken) effectively with coworkers, collaborators, supervisors, vendors, and other colleagues.
• Ability to work efficiently and productively with a multidisciplinary team (e.g., undergraduate and graduate students, medical students and residents, postdoctoral fellows, clinician-scientists).
• Evidence of dedication to completing tasks and willingness to work at agreed upon times.
• Eagerness to seize opportunities for innovation, experimental productivity, and publication
• Initiative to find new ways of maximizing efficiency, innovation, and productivity
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office and basic computer graphics software like FIJI/Photoshop. Some experience with vector-based graphic design tools (e.g., Illustrator, Canvas, or Inkscape) and with basic programming languages (Python, R) is preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• Solid foundation of basic biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and neuroscience knowledge
• 1+ years of experience in a research/laboratory setting.
• Experience with engineering or coding.
• Strong work ethic and analytic abilities

Please attach a resume as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 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. Up to five (5) professional references may be requested at a later point in the recruitment.

If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.

Please direct questions to Lilli Wulff at lilwulff@uiowa.edu.