Research Associate
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirement:
· Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications:
· Minimum of 1-3 years of progressively responsible experience in a research environment
· Previous experience with cell culture/sterile technique
· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
· Previous experience working with electronic databases and spreadsheets
· Previous experience training laboratory personnel and/or students
· Ability to work in an multi- and interdisciplinary team environment
· Able to work weekend hours on a rotational basis
Desirable Qualifications:
· Previous molecular and cellular biology and/or neuroscience coursework and laboratory experience
· Previous stem cell experience
· M.A. in Neuroscience or affiliated field
· Institutional Review Board (IRB) familiarity or experience
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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