Research Assistant - Anesthesia
Research Assistant - Anesthesia
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
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What You Will Do
- Induced pluripotent stem cell reprogramming and culture.
- Cardiomyocyte and endothelial differentiation experiments using human iPSCs.
- Perform cardiomyocyte and endothelial cell phenotype and molecular evaluation protocols.
- Subcutaneous injection of drugs in pregnant mice.
- Read and understand existing experiments in support of ongoing research projects based on knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform analyses of results.
- Maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
About The Department Of Anesthesia
The Department of Anesthesia provides exceptional patient experiences and a positive work environment through excellence, compassionate care, continuous improvement, innovative research, and collaborative learning.
Required Qualifications
What you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in related scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
- Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work.
- Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
- General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
- Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.
- A Bachelor of Science in molecular biology or related discipline or equivalent experience.
- Two years’ experience.
- Technical writing experience in SOP’s, protocols, and reports.
- Proficiency with human cell culture techniques, experience with iPSC is highly valued.
- Experience with laboratory animal experiments, in particular, s.c. injection of drugs.
- Experience with tissue homogenization and single cell preparation from various tissues, primarily cardiomyocytes.
- Proficiency with basic molecular biology techniques, such as gel electrophoresis, PCR, and recombinant DNA techniques.
- Routinely perform cardiomyocyte and endothelial cell differentiation experiments using human iPSCs.
- Possess initiative, ability to multi-task and a desire to acquire new technical skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and collaborators.
- Experimental design, execution of plan and presentation of data to team.
- Utilization of good documentation practices.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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.
For additional questions, please contact Charlie Miner at charlie-miner@uiowa.edu.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Research Assistant
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Pay Level: 3A
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Charlie Miner
- Contact Email: CHARLIE-MINER@UIOWA.EDU
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