Research Assistant Internal Medicine Nephrology
Research Assistant Internal Medicine Nephrology
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SOM KC Internal Medicine Nephrology and HypertensionMedicine Nephrology and HypertensionPosition Title:
Research Assistant Internal Medicine (Nephrology)Job Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The Research Assistant will provide technical support for federally and privately funded studies for Alan Yus lab. Dr. Yu directs a research program that investigates renal tubule physiology and diseases. A current focus is on understanding the molecular and structural basis of paracellular epithelial transport and its regulation. This individual will be involved in management of the lab maintenance of colonies of mice with genetic mutations cell culture and molecular and cell biology studies.Job Description:
Job Duties
Conduct experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).
Mouse breeding genotyping small animal experimentation and tissue collection for Dr. Yu and PKD Rodent Core studies.
Perform basic molecular and cell biology techniques such as DNA and RNA extractions RTPCR immunoblot analysis immunofluorescence staining and tissue culture.
Assist with overall organization and maintenance of laboratory including ordering supplies.
Schedule maintenance and troubleshoot lab equipment.
Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook documenting all calculations work experiments and other pertinent research information.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities tasks duties and assignments. Furthermore job duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree in a life science or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience on a year for year basis.
Work Experience: One year of previous lab experience (can be gained through relevant coursework and studies).
Preferred Qualifications
Work Experience:
Two years of experience recombinant plasmid DNA preparation RTPCR (real time polymerase chain reaction) immunoblotting tissue culture immunohistochemistry.
Experience working with rodents.
Skills
Demonstrate excellent organizational oral and written skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Work independently and take a leading role on assigned projects under supervision and guidance of the Principal Investigator.
Strong skills in Microsoft Word Access and Excel.
Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations.
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health dental and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employerpaid life insurance longterm disability insurance and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off including vacation and sick begins accruing upon hire plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment and paid time off for bereavement jury duty military service and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs 457 or 403b) are available. Type: Regular Compensation Statement: The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to education experience and training qualifications relative to the requirements of the position and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range taking into account the combination of factors listed above. Minimum Midpoint MaximumTime Type:
Full timeRate Type:
HourlyPay Range:
$22.66 $32.85
Employment Type
Full-Time
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