The University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics department of Internal Medicine is seeking a provide support for research by conducting experimental procedures and performing operational duties in an established research laboratory studying cancer biology. Specific research is in the areas of cancer and sarcoma genetics, the tumor microenvironment, preclinical studies and novel genome editing tools.
Key experimental duties include in vivo experiments (mouse) involving tumor measurement and harvest, in addition to experiments involving histology, tissue culture and molecular biology. Key areas of responsibilities include animal husbandry, conducting research activities/experiments, collecting, analyzing and summarizing data, preparing reports, contributing to manuscripts/publications, administrative and project management, facilities and equipment management, and supervision/staffing.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Research:
Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigator of the research project.
Read and review articles as directed.
As individual skills develop, analyze literature to develop hypothesis for discussion with other researchers or principal investigator.
Experiments, Investigations, Evaluations:
Perform animal husbandry and genotyping for colony of genetically engineered mice. Monitor tumors in mice, including: measuring growth, delivering therapeutic agents, and harvesting tumor tissue.
Perform in vitro studies involving molecular biology techniques including DNA, RNA, and protein analysis, and histological analysis of tissue specimens.
Read and understand protocols.
Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for research protocols.
Set up and operate research materials or equipment.
Perform procedures assuring fidelity to protocols.
Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
Collect, record and consolidate data as directed by the Principal Investigator.
Track progress of research activities.
Adhere to Quality Assurance protocols to maintain validity and integrity of research data.
As individual skills develop: troubleshoot, analyze and propose modifications to protocols; perform complex techniques per protocol; test and evaluate current procedures; develop and implement procedures for monitoring data integrity; present results at team meetings.
Collect, Analyze and Summarize Data; Prepare Reports; Contribute to Manuscripts, Publications:
Collect and track, perform data entry for reports and maintain records of methods used.
Prepare materials for reports.
As skills develop, analyze data.
Prepare bibliographies and abstracts for publications.
May present results/finding at team and departmental meetings.
Administrative and Project Management:
Assist with IRB, ACURF or similar protocol submissions.
Track various indicators of project progress and summarize in reports to the research team.
Assist in documenting compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines
Facilities and Equipment Management:
Assist in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.
Assist with procurement of supplies and materials.
May initiate purchasing requests, monitor accounts/expenditures; reconcile statements
Supervision/Staffing:
As skills develop, may train, provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling of students and employees to assure outcomes are achieved.
UNIVERSAL COMPETENCIES
Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Ability to utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. Able to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations while producing results.
Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
JOB FAMILY TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of formal methodologies, tools and techniques for conducting research, studies and tests.
Knowledge of and the ability to locate, interpret and evaluate research findings compiled and documented by others and use this material to support empirical research.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools and techniques for producing well-written, meaningful and usable documentation of research findings.
Knowledge of practices, behaviors, applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing proper research conduct; ability to demonstrate ethical and compliant behavior in diverse situations.
Knowledge of the procedures and programs in place in the organization to ensure employee, student and subject safety (occupational safety, fire, patient, animal, drug, radiation, environmental safety and emergency plans); ability to train others; ability to take appropriate actions in case of emergency.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervision is received from a designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and other assigned
research personnel.
Education Required
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Required Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
1-3 years of experience with mouse handling is required.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with molecular or cellular biology techniques is highly desirable.
Experience with cancer biology research is highly desirable.
Experience with laboratory management and training others in laboratory techniques is highly desirable.
Experience with immunohistochemistry, microscopy, and cell culture is highly desirable.
Experience with genotype, monitoring tumor growth and harvesting tumors is highly desirable.
Experience with tissue culture, RNA harvest, and/or histology is highly desirable.
This department intends to hire for one position from either Research Assistant, Requisition ******** or Research Associate, Requisition ******** , based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or for both.
Application Details:
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
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact .
Additional Information
* Classification Title: Research Assistant
* Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
* Schedule: Full-time
* Work Modality Options: On Campus
Compensation
* Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information
* Organization: Healthcare
* Contact Name: Michaela Davis
* Contact Email:
