Immunology Research Scientist: Metabolism & Signaling

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa's Department of Pathology seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to study how A-FABP and E-FABP regulate cell metabolism and signaling. This 100% time position involves designing and conducting projects, collecting high-quality data, and training lab personnel.

Responsibilities include cell culture, PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, flow cytometry, mouse colony maintenance, and collaboration with students and technicians. A PhD in Immunology or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Immunology or related field with a strong publication record.
• Ability to independently design, optimize and perform experiments.
• Experience presenting at professional meetings and collaborating across teams.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture of lines and primary immune cells; establish stable lines or CRISPR knockouts.
• Prepare single-cell suspensions from tissues and perform analyses.
• Perform real-time PCR, Western blotting, RNAi; immunoassays (ELISA, immunofluorescence).
• Maintain mouse colonies and genotype with assistance; assist technicians.
• Prepare, run and analyze multi-color flow cytometry; troubleshoot procedures.

Skills

Independent experimentation design

Communication skills

Teamwork

CRISPR technique

Education

PhD in Immunology or related field

Tools

Real-time PCR

Western blotting

ELISA

Immunofluorescence

Flow cytometry

Genotyping

Job description

The University of Iowa's Department of Pathology seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to study how A-FABP and E-FABP regulate cell metabolism and signaling. This 100% time position involves designing and conducting projects, collecting high-quality data, and training lab personnel.

Responsibilities include cell culture, PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, flow cytometry, mouse colony maintenance, and collaboration with students and technicians. A PhD in Immunology or related field is required.