Research Associate- Molecular Cardiology
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 24 - 35
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Department:
SOM KC Cardiovascular Medicine-----
Bench ResearchPosition Title:
Research Associate- Molecular CardiologyJob Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The Research Associate will support ongoing research projects in a Cardiac molecular biology laboratory. The research associate will perform routine and advanced laboratory experiments maintain accurate records assist with data analysis and contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of the laboratory. This position will have hands-on experience in molecular and cellular biology research.Job Description:
Job Duties
- Perform molecular biology experiments including but not limited to:
- DNA/RNA extraction PCR/qPCR cloning and gel electrophoresis.
- Western blotting immunoprecipitation and ELISA.
- Cell culture (maintenance passaging transfection).
- Prepare reagents buffers and culture media following standard protocols.
- Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.
- Assist with data collection analysis and interpretation.
- Support animal or human tissue sample processing.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate routine maintenance.
- Follow laboratory safety biosafety and compliance regulations.
- Assist with ordering supplies inventory management and lab organization.
- Contribute to manuscript preparation figures and presentations as needed.
- Collaborate with lab members and participate in lab meetings.
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.
Work Environment
- May involve work with biohazardous materials under approved protocols.
- Occasional evening or weekend work depending on experimental needs.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 6 years of relevant work experience in biology or relevant field. Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience in molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with sterile techniques and laboratory safety practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior research experience in an academic or industry laboratory.
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- RNA-seq ChIP-seq or other omics techniques.
- Immunohistochemistry or fluorescence microscopy.
- Animal handling or tissue processing.
- Experience with data analysis software (e.g. GraphPad Prism R Python).
- Interest in pursuing graduate or professional training in biomedical sciences.
Skills
- Communication.
- Collaboration.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Organization.
- Attention to detail.
Required Documents
- Resume
- 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. 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:
$24.71 - $35.82
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- 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.
