Research Assistant - JR009597
Company:
University of Kansas Medical Center
Job Location:
Kansas City, Kansas
Category:
Laboratory and Research
Type:
Full-Time
Department:
SOM KC Pathology and Lab Medicine
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Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Position Title:
Research Assistant - Pathology
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Research Assistant in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory will contribute to ongoing research by performing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with the preparation of reports and publications. This position provides hands-on experience in the area of mammalian development while working closely with faculty and research team members to ensure adherence to study protocols and the accuracy of research data.
Job Description:
Job Duties:
Laboratory Support
- Assist with setup, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of lab equipment and materials.
- Support preparation and execution of experiments and sample collection.
- Record observations and ensure proper labeling, storage, and data backup.
- Maintain lab cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols.
- Assist research staff with study setup, daily operations, and project follow-ups.
- Prepare and organize study materials, including packets, forms, and documentation.
- Schedule study-related activities and help manage project timelines.
- Maintain inventory of study supplies and support ordering processes.
- Accurately collect, enter, and maintain research data in electronic and paper-based systems.
- Review research documents, such as protocols, data collection forms, Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts.
- Ensure proper documentation and organization of study records, project binders, and data collection forms.
- Assist with maintaining compliance with institutional and project guidelines.
- Prepare documentation for audits, reviews, or sponsor site visits.
- Track study milestones, recruitment status, and project progress.
- Maintain study logs and organize project-related correspondence.
- Support the research team in coordinating meetings, taking minutes, and preparing reports.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- Four years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Education: Bachelor's degree in biology, preferably a covering molecular biology and developmental biology.
Work Experience:
- Experience working in a research setting.
- Experience with data entry.
- Communication.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Organization.
- Attention to detail.
- Computer skills.
- Collaboration.
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
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.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$22.88 - $33.17
Minimum
$22.88
Midpoint
$28.03
Maximum
$33.17
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit or go to and search for position number JR009597.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at .
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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