Research Assistant - BMB Research

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement program

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant in the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department to support a variety of complex laboratory experiments, analyze data, and prepare findings for publication. The role involves planning experiments with the principal investigator and adapting existing procedures as needed to optimize outcomes.

The position requires 4 years of protein biochemistry experience (expression, purification, and functional analysis) with a

Qualifications

• Work Experience: 4 years experience in protein biochemistry, including the expression and purification of recombinant proteins and the functional analysis of proteins is beneficial.
• Education can be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Generate, purify, and organize expression plasmids for proteins of interest (i.e., miniprep and maxiprep protocols)
• Experimental techniques in cell culture (routine cell maintenance, transient transfections, preparation of nuclear extracts, utilization of CRISPR/Cas9)
• Assist with fluorescent imaging techniques, both biochemical and in live-cell contexts
• Collaborate with fellow lab members, including graduate students and technicians, to achieve research objectives.

Skills

Protein biochemistry

CRISPR/Cas9 approaches

Transient transfections

PCR characterization

Microscopy

Cell culture techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields

Job description

Department: SOM KC Biochemistry ----- Research Staff Position Title: Research Assistant - BMB Research Job Family Group: Professional Staff Job Description Summary: Perform a variety of complex technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data for research purposes; compile, analyze, document and draw tentative conclusions from experimental results. Confer with principal investigator to review work assignments and develop plans for research experiments; make minor modifications to existing laboratory procedures and techniques to meet the needs of the particular equipment as required. Review laboratory methods manual, scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments.

Job Description

• Generate, purify, and organize expression plasmids for proteins of interest (i.e., miniprep and maxiprep protocols)
• Experimental techniques in cell culture (routine cell maintenance, transient transfections, preparation of nuclear extracts, utilization of CRISPR/Cas9)
• Assist with fluorescent imaging techniques, both biochemical and in live-cell contexts
• Collaborate with fellow lab members, including graduate students and technicians, to achieve research objectives.

Compliance

Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, understand and follow all assigned duties, and attend regularly scheduled research team meetings.

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: 4 years experience in protein biochemistry, including the expression and purification of recombinant proteins and the functional analysis of proteins is beneficial.
• Education be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields
• Work Experience: Experience in cell biology, including CRISPR/Cas9 approaches, transient transfections, and PCR characterization is also preferred
• Experience in microscopy or fluorescent proteins
• Experience in cell culture and sterile techniques
• General experience in molecular biology techniques (SDS-PAGE, PCR, agarose gels)

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.

Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Rate Type: Hourly Compensation 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: $22.88 - $33.17 Minimum $22.88 Midpoint $28.03 Maximum $33.17

Mission

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.

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