À propos de ce poste Research Associate - Surgery General chez University of Kansas Medical Center
Department:
SOM KC General Surgery-----
Surgery GeneralPosition Title:
Research Associate - Surgery GeneralJob Family Group:
Professional StaffJob Description Summary:
The research associate will work in a collaborative and dynamic research environment focused on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying pancreatic cancer. The research associate is offered the opportunity to engage in innovative research, develop new models, and publish in high-impact journals.Job Description:
Job Duties
- Design and conduct experiments and interpret data under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator (PI).
- Work independently and collaboratively on research projects.
- Conduct cutting-edge research in the field of pancreatic cancer with a focus on (specify key focus, e.g., pathophysiology, molecular signaling pathways, inflammation, therapeutics).
- Handle Pancreatic cancer mouse models.
- Perform molecular and cell biology techniques such as DNA and RNA extractions, RT-PCR, immunoblot analysis, immunofluorescence staining and tissue culture.
- Assist with development of grant proposals, including applicable fellowship award applications and NIH R01 applications.
- Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook, documenting all calculations, work, experiments, and other pertinent research information.
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.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 6 years of relevant work experience. Relevant education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience in pancreatitis research, with a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals as evidenced by application materials.
- Experience in relevant laboratory techniques (e.g., cell culture, animal models, molecular biology techniques, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Ph.D. in biological sciences.
Work Experience: 3 years of experience in cancer related pancreatitis research.
Skills
- Interpersonal skills.
- Communication skills.
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- 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. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Employee Type:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeRate Type:
HourlyCompensation 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.
Pay Range:
$24.71 - $35.82Minimum
$24.71Midpoint
$30.29Maximum
$35.82
