Research Assistant Pathology
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Job Location:
Kansas City - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 22 - 32
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Department:
SOM KC Pathology and Lab Medicine-----
PathologyPosition Title:
Research Assistant - PathologyJob Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The Research Assistant in the Department of Pathology will contribute to ongoing studies by performing experiments collecting and analyzing data and assisting with the preparation of reports and publications. This position provides hands-on experience in thrombosis hemostasis and vascular biology while working closely with faculty and research team members to ensure adherence to protocols and the accuracy of research data.Job Description:
Job Duties Outlined:
Laboratory Support
- Assist with setup maintenance and basic troubleshooting of lab equipment and materials.
- Support preparation and execution of experiments and sample collection.
- Record observations and ensure proper labeling storage and data backup.
- Maintain lab cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols.
Research Operations & Logistics
- Assist research staff with study setup study efforts and project follow-ups.
- Prepare and organize research materials including study packets consent forms and project documentation.
- Schedule study-related activities and coordinate project timelines.
- Maintain an up-to-date inventory of study supplies and assist in ordering necessary materials.
Data Entry & Documentation
- Accurately collect enter and maintain research data in electronic and paper-based systems.
- Ensure proper documentation and organization of study records project binders and data collection forms.
- Assist with maintaining compliance with institutional and project guidelines including submissions and updates.
Administration & Compliance
- Assist in preparing materials for audits project reviews or sponsor site visits.
- Track and report study milestones recruitment status and project progress.
- Maintain study logs and ensure proper filing of all project-related correspondence.
- Support the research team in coordinating meetings taking minutes and preparing reports.
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:
Work Experience: Four years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: A doctoral degree or equivalent.
Work Experience: Two years of relevant work experience.
- Experience working in a research setting.
- Experience with data entry.
Skills:
- Communication.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Organization.
- Attention to detail.
- Computer skills.
- Collaboration.
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. Employer-paid life insurance long-term 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
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
About Company
The University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC), a campus of the University of Kansas located in Kansas City, Kansas, offers educational programs and clinical training through its schools of Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Graduate Studies.
