Anesthesia - Research Associate - Smith Lab

University of Iowa Health Care - Department of Anesthesia; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care - Department of Anesthesia seeks a Research Associate to join a lab focused on acute inflammation and endothelial response to surgical stress. Work includes in vivo mouse studies, in vitro human cell experiments, and clinical outcomes of interest.

The successful candidate will design and execute experiments, maintain detailed records, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in related scientific field.
• One year of related experience.
• Extensive understanding of scientific principles.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Advanced computer skills and ability to quickly learn software and databases.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to complete detailed work.

Responsibilities

• In vivo mechanistic studies (mice).
• In vitro human primary cell experiments.
• Plan and perform existing experiments with interpretation of results.
• Advise on modifications to procedures and analysis methods.
• Design, write, and publish findings; prepare procedures and proposals.
• Coordinate lab maintenance and manage inventory and safety records.

Skills

Scientific writing

Record keeping

Independent work

Computational skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related scientific field

Tools

Next-generation sequencing

Spatial transcriptomics

Single-cell analysis

Cell culture

DNA/RNA work

Animal handling (mice)

Job description

The Research Associate will work in a research lab focused on the acute inflammation and endothelial response to acute surgical stress. Clinical outcomes of interest include postoperative acute kidney injury and delirium. Study techniques include clinical studies of surgical patients, in vivo mechanistic studies (mice), and in vitro human primary cell experiments. The successful candidate should have experience in an academic medical-science focused laboratory with a wet-lab component, along with excellent record keeping ability and organization skills. Prior experience with wet-lab methods including but not limited to next-generation sequencing and data analysis, spatial transcriptomic sequencing and analysis, single‑cell studies, cell culture, DNA/RNA work, and animal husbandry (mice) is highly desired, but not a requirement. The candidate must exhibit a great deal of independence and be able to independently design experiments, carry them out and assist with analyzing and presenting data.

Position Responsibilities

• In vivo mechanistic studies (mice)
• In vitro human primary cell experiments
• Plan and perform existing experiments in support of ongoing research projects based on extensive knowledge of scientific theory. Interpret and perform analyses of results and their possible implications
• Demonstrate in depth knowledge of and offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols. Advise on advanced research analysis methods
• Design, write, and publish findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals. Edit and revise as needed
• Coordinate and evaluate general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and coordinate lab support when required

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

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in related scientific field
• One year of related experience
• Extensive understanding of scientific principles.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes. Edit and revise as needed
• Advanced computer skills and ability to quickly learn computer programs, databases, and scientific applications
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work

Desired Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science related to molecular medicine or related discipline or equivalent experience
• Six years’ experience working in a wet-lab setting
• Technical writing experience in SOP’s, protocols, and reports
• Experience with laboratory animal experiments, in particular, s.c. injection of drugs
• 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

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.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions or a detailed job description please contact Mark Peck at [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Research Associate
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Mark S. Peck
• Contact Email: [e-mail]