University of Iowa Research ยท 14 hours ago
Research Associate - Dept of Surgery
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Iowa Research is seeking a Research Associate to support Dr. Vikas Dudeja's Surgical Oncology research program within the Department of Surgery. The role involves conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and performing operational duties associated with the laboratory.
Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform research activities in a specialized area
Research literature as requested. Adapt and perform protocols from the literature
Critically review literature for the purposes of furthering the research and developing new hypotheses in conjunction with other investigators
Perform basic and complex procedures and techniques as outlined in research protocol, assure fidelity to protocols, propose modifications to protocols, and/or assist in the design of research protocols
Design portions of research plan. Monitor, test, and evaluate current procedures
Identify and adhere to Quality Assurance practices to maintain validity and integrity of research data. Apply new methods/theories
Perform statistical analysis of data and qualitative analysis
Assist in the design of manuals, questionnaires, and forms
Assist in preparing publications and presentations. Contribute to the technical writing of papers, manuscripts, grant applications, and published materials as evidenced by documented recognition
Present results/findings at team and departmental meetings; present at local and national meetings
Make recommendations regarding the validity of research subjects and data
Submit routine IRB, ACURF, or similar protocol submissions, if applicable
Responsible for following guidelines and maintaining required documentation in support of safety programs
Coordinate and manage equipment and facilities
Monitor environmental risks and quality control
Test new equipment, troubleshoot, and resolve complex equipment failures and perform repairs. Coordinate software licenses as necessary to complete projects
Provide ongoing training on basic and new lab techniques and protocols for employees
Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching, and counseling to track progress and assure outcomes are achieved
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science or health science field related to study, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience
Minimum of 1 year of experience in research
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Proven interpersonal and organizational skills
Experience working on multiple projects at a given time with some level of independent decision making and responsibility
Demonstrated ability to enter data into and manage research databases according to best practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
Preferred
Previous experience in routine molecular biology, cell culture, and mice handling techniques
Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase