Kansascity

Kansascity

Research Associate

Kansas City Campus

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 11 days ago
Data AnalysisStatisticsA/B TestingBioinformaticsPCRMolecular BiologyNGSResearchCommunicationPublic Speaking

About the role

  • In this role, you will contribute to innovative research investigating how noncoding RNAs regulate alternative splicing and influence embryonic development, with a focus on congenital heart defects.
  • Annual Security Report KCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Culture and maintain human, animal, and embryonic cell models
  • Perform molecular biology techniques, including RNA/DNA extraction, PCR, and quantitative RT-PCR
  • Conduct and support developmental biology experiments using quail embryo models (training provided)
  • Perform genomic, gene expression, and bioinformatics data analysis, including RNA sequencing and statistical analysis
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records, databases, and research documentation
  • Mentor students and support a collaborative research environment while ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and research regulations

Requirements

  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students, prioritizing team's goals
  • Proficiency in basic computer applications, ability to leverage technology to enhance productivity and efficiency

Nice to have

  • Master's degree or bachelor's degree plus 1-2 years equivalent experience
  • 3+ years' experience working in biomedical research laboratory is preferred

Compensation

  • Annual Security Report

Equal opportunity

  • KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace.
  • Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.
  • Annual Security Report
  • KCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff.

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