Core Facility Research Assist Iowa Neuroscience Institute
Core Facility Research Assist Iowa Neuroscience Institute
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Job Description
The Core Facility Research Assistant will assist in and perform cutting edge research on the neural circuit and molecular mechanisms underlying brain function in health and disease. This position will provide research support for the broader University of Iowa neuroscience community through the Neural Circuits and Behavior Core facility which is part of the Iowa Neuroscience Institute.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Specialized Services/ Application of Research Protocols: Perform the standard operating procedures required to execute the services provided by a core research facility. Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by Core Directors or other core staff. Work with other core facility staff or facility director in using the core facilitys specialized equipment or services. Assist with collecting and disseminating data by operating the facilitys instrumentation equipment performing specialized services for researchers and assist with performing complex procedures and techniques. Operate facility instrumentation or equipment evaluate data quality and document results. As individual skills develop may propose modifications to protocols and/or assist in the design of experiment protocols based on specialized knowledge and expertise.
Literature Review/ Data Analysis: Read and review articles as directed by senior staff or the director for the purposes of improving the quality of the service. Assist in performing data analysis for researchers using specialized data analysis software in a form useful for further statistical analysis or publication. May assist in interpreting experimental data.
Educate Train and Consult: Assist in providing education training and consultation to core facility users on highly specialized equipment or technology. May assist in providing advice and guidance in either self-service or full-service core facility.
Facilities Equipment and Information Management: Assist in the preparation calibration and maintenance of core lab and specialized core facility equipment.
Administrative and Financial Responsibility for Fee for Service Operation: Maintain clear and accurate documentation of the protocols instrumentation logs and/or data collected by the core. Initiate purchases of supplies and inventory for facility. May assist with the administrative duties necessary for a fee-for-service facility operation such as collecting and/or entering facility billing data. Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
Human Resources/ Supervision: May train provide direction assignments feedback of employees to assure outcomes are achieved.
Position Responsibilities
Performing mouse behavioral experiments
May perform histological and microscopy experiments
May assist with transgenic mouse line maintenance
Ordering and setting up laboratory equipment
Interacting with sales representatives
Basic lab management and participating in other research experiments
Record organize and present laboratory data at lab meetings. Assist in preparing data for publications and grant proposals.
Develop and maintain knowledge of the field through familiarity with the scientific literature and attendance of internal and external meetings and conferences.
Percent of Time:100%
Staff Type:Professional & Scientific
Pay Grade:3A - Highlights
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Education Requirements
Requires the academic knowledge of a discipline in the biological or psychological sciences plus the ability to apply and adapt this knowledge generally associated with a Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience such that one can perform beginning level of research in a natural or health science field or discipline.
Experience Requirements
Experience with animal handling/husbandry
Excellent organizational and time-management skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well both independently and in a team setting
Self-motivated and driven to learn new skills and techniques
Experience with Microsoft Excel or other data analysis software
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of neuroscience concepts
One to two years experience in a laboratory research setting.
Experience with data analysis/statistics/programming
Experience working with mice or other rodents.
Experience with molecular biology lab techniques such as PCR gel electrophoresis etc.
Experience with breeding and genotyping genetically modified mice
Experience working with performing animal surgical techniques or other tasks requiring manually dexterity
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 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
The department intends to hire for one position from either Core Facility Research Assistant requisition orCore Facility Research Professional requisitionbased on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered.
For questions on this position please reach out to Anne Beyerink
Employment Type
Full Time
