Research Assistant - Microbiology and Immunology (Perlman Lab)
- A Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 6 months total experience in laboratory research.
- Minimally familiar with, but ideally experience with molecular biology techniques such as cell culture, safe handling of pathogens, PCR, gel electrophoresis, plaque assays, flow cytometry, IHC and other microbiological/immunological methods)PCR, restriction digest, DNA ligation, bacterial transformation.
- Previous experience handling animals.
- Gathering, recording, and analyzing experimental data.
- Ability to effectively prioritize projects and consistently meet deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with handling laboratory animals and animal husbandry/maintenance of mouse breeding colonies.
- Previous work experience with animal models of infectious diseases.
- Previous experience with performing invivo mouse experiments.
- Experience using data analysis skills for Python, R/R studio, GraphPad PRISM, Flow Jo or other software
- Experience working in a virology or immunology laboratory or a related field.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a CV or resume, and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a credential and criminal background check. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Anne Beyerink at anne-phillips@uiowa.edu.
Equal opportunity employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity 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, or associational preferences.
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