Research Associate - Comparative Pathology Lab
The Department of Pathology is seeking a Research Associate to conduct experimental pathology procedures and techniques related to Core Laboratories. This includes tasks such as data entry, laboratory support, and evaluation/enhancement of services. This position is 100%-time, 1st shift, Monday-Friday.
Duties to include:
- Assists Core Supervisor and Pathologists in the execution of research projects.
- Assists in presentation and publication of work.
- Performs necropsy procedures.
- Documents projects, procedures and protocols as well as providing training on procedures and protocols to clients.
- Performs procedures in the field of histology and immunohistochemistry.
- Participates in routine laboratory safety and the maintenance of lab equipment.
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
The Department of Pathology is part of UI Health Care, a comprehensive health sciences center that serves Iowa and the region, as well as patients referred from the United States and overseas. The Clinical Laboratories are well recognized for providing outstanding and comprehensive care to the patients we serve. The breadth and depth of services provided are amongst the best in the country. The educational programs that the department participates in includes medical students, clinical laboratory scientists as well as biomedical scientists. To learn more: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/pathology/about-us
Required Qualifications:
- Requires a Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and the ability to apply and translate this knowledge to biological research.
- Experience in handling experimental animal tissues (mostly mice) is required.
- Excellent written and interpersonal verbal communication skills are required.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications including spreadsheet data using Excel is desired.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment is desired.
- Ability to effectively prioritize projects to consistently meet deadlines is desired.
- Experience with necropsy techniques is highly desired.
- Experience in histotechnology techniques (e.g., immunohistochemistry) is highly desired.
- Consistent attention to detail and accuracy is highly desired.
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 Brenda Carey via email at brenda-carey@uiowa.edu.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
The 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, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
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