Research Associate - Molecular Physiology & Biophysics
Required Qualifications:
- Requires the knowledge that is generally associated with a Bachelor's degree in the Biological Sciences, supplemented by one or more years of progressively responsible experience in the conduct of natural or health science research or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with stereotactic surgeries in mice
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstration of success working in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment
Desirable Qualifications:
- Excellent fine motor skills, dexterity, and spatial skills
- Conceptual and technical knowledge of neuroscience
- Experience with maintenance and genotyping genetically modified mice
- Experience with IACUC record-keeping and protocol development
- Experience with scheduling and calendar management
- Experience with analysis and record keeping software (GraphPad Prism, MATLAB, Microsoft Office, etc.)
- Respectfulness, flexibility, trustworthiness, adaptability, foresight and anticipation
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 14 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. Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
Organization: College of Medicine
Contact Name: Kristin Gilchrist
Contact Email: kristin-gilchrist@uiowa.edu
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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