The research is housed in modern laboratory space with state-of-the-art equipment and will build on a long history of innovative service to the KUMC research community.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist all investigators/researchers in the lab on their research efforts including animal care, surgery assistance and data collection
- Maintain regular communication with the PIs via lab meetings and personal meetings
- Generate data and analysis of data for the preparation of published papers
- Compile data and other documentation necessary for laboratory compliance for grant submissions
- Follow established quality control and quality assurance policies and procedures, including appropriate documentation
- Complete and maintain compliance training(s) as required by university or laboratory
- Perform other duties assigned by PI
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 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 of experience working in a basic science laboratory.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree [BA or BS} in Biology, Cell Biology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Neuroscience or a related field from an accredited institution
Work Experience:
- Previous experience with laboratory management
- Experience in microscopy, histology, imaging, and molecular biology as well as handling laboratory animals and animal surgery
Required Documents:
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. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html