Anesthesia - Research Assistant - Smith Lab

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The Research Assistant will work in the Smith Lab, a research lab focused on acute inflammation and the endothelial response to acute surgical stress. Clinical outcomes of interest include postoperative acute kidney injury and delirium. The research uses clinical studies of surgical patients, in vivo mechanistic studies in mice, and in vitro experiments using human primary cells.

The successful candidate will have experience in an academic medical-science-focused laboratory with a wet-lab component, along with excellent record-keeping and organizational skills. Experience with wet-lab methods, including single-cell studies and murine survival surgeries, is highly desired but not required.

The Department of Anesthesia provides exceptional patient experiences and a positive work environment through excellence, compassionate care, continuous improvement, innovative research, and collaborative learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General understanding of scientific principles.
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge of scientific principles to solve work problems.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments, outcomes, and biobanked samples.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.
• Experience in an academic medical-science-focused laboratory with a wet-lab component.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science related to molecular medicine or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in wet-lab methods, including single-cell studies and murine survival surgeries.
• A reference from the principal investigator on the applicant’s work during their most recent laboratory experience.
• Technical writing experience in SOPs, protocols, and reports.
• Experience with experimental design, execution of a plan, and presentation of data to a team.
• Experience utilizing good documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vivo mechanistic studies in mice.
• Read and understand existing experiments supporting ongoing research projects, applying knowledge of scientific theory.
• Interpret and perform analyses of results.
• Suggest modifications to procedures and protocols.
• Contribute to publication of findings as needed.
• Participate in preparing written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Assist with general lab maintenance and lab stock management.
• Assist with chemical inventory and safety records.
• Provide general lab support as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level