Research Assistant - Institute for Vision Research (Stone Lab)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires the practical or academic knowledge of basic molecular biology plus the ability to translate, adapt and apply this knowledge that is generally associated with a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Laboratory experience as part of a college curriculum and/or employment
• Experience in isolation of RNA and DNA
• Experience in DNA manipulation including cloning techniques, plasmid preparations and/or fragment purification

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in PCR based methodology
• Familiarity with Macintosh computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel and a laboratory information management system

POSITION & APPLICATION 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 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. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Melissa Monhollon, HR Manager, at melissa-monhollon@uiowa.edu or 319-356-4674.