Research Assistant - Genetics | Research Assistant in Teaching Job in Iowa City IA | 7169510584

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Research Assistant - Genetics

Location:

Iowa City, IA

Description:

The Research Assistant will be responsible for maintaining the laboratory and performing research related activities within the University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics, Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics. This position will provide support by performing administrative duties related to ordering lab supplies, maintenance and organization of protocols and documents, remaining in compliance with various standard operating procedures and requirements, and conducting neuroscience research related to gene discovery in rare inherited hematological and neurological disorders, performing functional modeling of disease using molecular experiments involving induced pluripotent stem cells(iPSC) and gene editing technologies, coordinating patient recruitment, maintaining rare disease biorepository and registry, collecting and organizing data, and analyzing results. This is a specified term position.We intend to hire for one position at either the Research Associate, requisition #24002445, or Research Assistant, requisition #24001754, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Duties to include: * Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigator of the research project. * Read and understand protocols; as individual skills develop, troubleshoot, and propose modifications to existing protocols or develop new protocols with other researchers or principal investigator. * Plan and perform experimental procedures assuring fidelity to protocols. * Carry out molecular biology techniques, including immunohistochemistry, DNA and RNA extraction and purification, PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western Blot, and basic bioinformatics. * Collect, record, organize, and as skills develop, analyze, data. * Assist with procurement of lab supplies and materials. * Organize and maintain protocols and administrative documents. * Develop and monitor quality control testing of equipment as necessary. * May train, provide direction, assignments, and feedback to other employees. For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.About the Stead Family Department of PediatricsThe Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is a national leader in pediatric medicine. The Department's mission is to provide outstanding care to the children of Iowa and beyond by being a leader in state-of-the-art clinical care to children, performing cutting-edge research to find new treatments and cures for childhood illnesses, and educating the next generation of pediatric health care providers. The Department comprises the medical and research staff of UI Stead Family Children's Hospital. UI Stead Family Children's Hospital is one of the nation's top-ranked pediatric care and research institutions, and Iowa's only comprehensive children's hospital.About the Division of Medical Genetics and GenomicsThe Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics is committed to excellence in providing comprehensive services for children, adults and prenatal patients in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of genetic conditions. The Division's multidisciplinary team is comprised of board certified medical geneticists, a molecular genetic pathologist, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, genetic counselors, nurses, and dietitians. Our clinics include: General Genetics Clinics, Metabolic Genetics Clinics, Connective Tissue Disorder Clinics, Neurofibromatosis Clinics and Outreach Genetics Clinics. Genetic diseases and disorders affect families as well as individuals. The medical team provides the information, support and follow-up needed to make informed decisions. Our medical genetics team collaborates with state and federal agencies, educators, researchers, support groups and others to provide the latest information and treatment options for Iowans and their families.Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and related laboratory experience. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Minimum of 3 months in molecular biology experiments, sterile technique, tissue culture, passaging and freezing cells. * Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. * Minimum of 6 months experience in data analysis and presentation. * Knowledge in gene transcription, protein translation, RNA splicing and the regulation of gene expression. * Previous experience with clinical research. Desired Qualifications * Experience in cell-based screening assays such as ELISA, luciferase, fluorescence, and Western blotting. * Experience in primer design and RT-PCR/qPCR protocols * Prior experience in statistics, computer programming, or coding in R or a related language. * Knowledge of Institutional Review Board Procedures. * Experience with cell culture including iPSC handling and genome editing technologies. * Experience with plasmid preps and gene subcloning, and primer design. Highly Desired Qualifications: * Master's degree in a related field is highly desired. * 6 months experience in microscopy, cell culture, or iPSC handling and maintenance is highly desirable. * Basic microbiology skills such as handling E.Coli for plasmid experiments, streaking for isolation, and preservation of microbes. * Demonstrated experience with gene editing using CRISPR, TALENs and ZFNs. * Experience handling adenoviruses, AAV and lentivirus. * Previous experience with creating or using REDCap databases is highly desirable. Position and 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 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 XXXX@healthcare.uiowa.eduThis position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.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: Pediatric Human Resources * Contact Email: XXXX@healthcare.uiowa.eduThe University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

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