Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant, Ophthalmology, UMKC School of Medicine

University of Missouri SystemKansas City, MO
76d$20 - $25

About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology seeks outstanding candidates for full-time Research Assistant or Senior Research Assistant positions at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. The selected candidates will be responsible for assisting with ocular cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy experiments as part of a newly NIH-funded research project. This involves preparing biological and other specimens for imaging and ocular cell biological and biochemical testing and to acquire and analyze related data. These positions will assist in maintaining the ocular cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy equipment, order routine supplies, prepare technical reports and archive data. These are research opportunities be part of a highly qualified research group to advance ocular research in further hopes of developing cures/treatment for vision degenerative conditions. This is a 12-month full-time contract, benefit eligible, unranked academic position.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in cell biology methods and microscopy techniques for Research Assistant position.
  • Master's degree in a related medical or field of science and 2+ years of experience in cell biology methods and microscopy techniques for Senior Research Assistant position.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in ocular cell biology.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with ocular cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy experiments.
  • Prepare biological and other specimens for imaging and testing.
  • Acquire and analyze data related to ocular cell biology and biochemistry.
  • Maintain ocular cell biology, biochemistry and microscopy equipment.
  • Order routine supplies.
  • Prepare technical reports.
  • Archive data.

Benefits

  • Generous leave.
  • Health plans.
  • Retirement contributions.
  • Tuition discount for employees.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Educational Services

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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