Research Assistant- Pediatrics Infectious Diseases
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Education Requirements |
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Requires a Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
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Experience Requirements |
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At least 12 months’ experience in biomedical research
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Demonstrated proficiency maintaining excellent lab notes and records.
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Willing to perform animal based experiments of infection and immune responses.
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Highly Desired Qualifications |
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Experience in management, breeding and imaging of zebrafish.
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Experience with in vivo microscopy.
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Experience with genetic manipulations of zebrafish such as constructing transgenic lines, mutant lines and using morpholinos.
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Demonstrated ability to multi-task, organize priorities and work independently to meet deadlines.
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Desired Qualifications |
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Experience with basic biostatistics.
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Experience in basic molecular biology techniques such as cloning, western blotting, or PCR.
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Experience with quantitative measurements of cells using a microscope.
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Experience in basic microbiological sterile techniques.
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Experience with DNA transformations of bacteria or yeast.
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Excellent attention to detail.
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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