"Part time Research Aide"

Job Details

Hiring Department

Division of Natural and Built Environment

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Science and Engineering

Job Description

Searching for an undergraduate student researcher to work with various research activities involving mouse models, with a focus area of bone mechanotransduction. Primary work responsibilities would include:

• Managing and maintaining mouse colonies, including breeding and genotyping.
• Helping with dissection, sample preparation, developing slides and imaging. Training will be provided.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of experiments and animal data.
• Assisting with data analysis, image analyses using computer software and preparation of finite element models.

Important Considerations for the Role:

• Safety and Regulations: Strict adherence to animal safety standards and protocols is essential. Training in animal handling and care is provided.
• Teamwork and Communication: Working effectively as part of a research team is crucial, requiring good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time Management and Organization: Efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks is important, particularly for those balancing research with academic commitments.
• Learning and Development: The role provides opportunities to learn new skills and techniques. Motivated students may even have the chance to conduct independent research projects.

This is a part time position at 50% FTE (up to 20 hours/week).

Qualifications

Prior experience with rodents or lab work is often a plus, positions may also be available with no prior experience, with training provided.

Application Materials

Applicants need to apply at https://www.umkc.edu/. To be considered, you must complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references).

If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu

For questions about the position, contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu, including the name of the position.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Open until filled

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.