Biomedical Lab Research Assistant (In Vitro & In Vivo)

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 35,530 - 48,070; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Lawrence, KS seeks a full-time Assistant Researcher to provide technical support and develop experimental pipelines for in vitro and in vivo studies under Ming Zhao, Ph.D. This hourly position may require evenings and weekends.

The role focuses on executing experiments, assisting with publications and grants, and maintaining lab quality and collaboration across the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Chemical Engineering or 4 years related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of lab experience with molecular biology, polymer/nanoparticle synthesis, and cell culture/animal handling.
• Strong organizational and communication skills as reflected in application materials.
• Experience with quantitative analysis and data presentation (GraphPad, OriginPro).

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments to analyze biopharmaceutical formulations.
• Assist in manuscript preparation and grant submissions; ensure lab compliance.
• Establish and follow laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Coordinate with PI and lab staff; manage supplies and lab outreach.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Data analysis

Lab organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

High School Diploma + 4 years experience

Tools

GraphPad

OriginPro

PCR equipment

Job description

The University of Kansas Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Lawrence, KS seeks a full-time Assistant Researcher to provide technical support and develop experimental pipelines for in vitro and in vivo studies under Ming Zhao, Ph.D. This hourly position may require evenings and weekends.

The role focuses on executing experiments, assisting with publications and grants, and maintaining lab quality and collaboration across the team.