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University of Iowa · 6 days ago

Research Associate - Dept of Surgery

Iowa City, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The University of Iowa is committed to saving lives and improving patient quality of life through its Department of Surgery. The Research Associate will support the Surgical Oncology research program by conducting experiments, analyzing data, and assisting in the design and execution of research protocols.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

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

Research experienceStatistical analysisMolecular biology techniquesData managementTechnical writingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCell culture techniquesMice handling techniquesInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

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

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