Research Tech- Radiation Oncology (Akhavan Lab) - JR009833
Company:
University of Kansas Medical Center
Job Location:
Category:
Laboratory and Research
Type:
Full-Time
Department:
SOM KC Radiation Oncology
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Radiation Oncology
Position Title:
Research Tech- Radiation Oncology (Akhavan Lab)
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Research Technician will be involved in performing routine laboratory techniques, inventory, and animal colony maintenance in Dr. David Akhavan' s research lab. This individual will be involved in the scientific research work in the Department of Radiation Oncology, Research Program at University of Kansas Medical Center.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Performing routine laboratory techniques, housekeeping, tracking, and ordering inventory.
- Responsible for animal colony maintenance.
- Keep the laboratory and equipment clean and prepped for research protocol.
- Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
- Assist in the preparation, calibration, maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.
- Compliance: Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Radiation Oncology Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 4 years of work experience in laboratory research. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Computer experience, including Microsoft Office suite.
- Statistical data analysis.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a science or related field
Work Experience:
- 2 years of relevant research laboratory experience.
- Organizational skills
- 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:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
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:
$21.06 - $27.40
Minimum
$21.06
Midpoint
$24.23
Maximum
$27.40
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit or go to and search for position number JR009833.
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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