Job Description

Posting ID 153482


Department Radiology/Carver College of Medicine


Jobcode Research Assistant


Working Title Research Assistant


Details
The Department of Radiology is seeking a temporary Research Assistant to do the following key areas of responsibility:

Research

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Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigator of the research project. Read and review articles as directed. As individual skills develop, analyze literature to develop hypothesis for discussion with other researchers or principal investigator.

Conduct Experiments

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Read and understand protocols.

As individual skills develop, troubleshoot and analyze protocols; propose modifications to other researchers or principal investigator.

Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for experimental protocols.

As individual skills develop perform complex techniques as outlined in research protocols and test and evaluate current procedures.

Set up and operate equipment for experiments.

Perform experimental procedures assuring fidelity to protocols; record and consolidate data as directed by Principal Investigator (PI).

Track progress/success of research project. As skills develop may present results at lab meetings.

As skills develop, develop and monitor quality controls.

Analyze and Summarize Data; Prepare Reports; Contribute to Manuscripts, Publications

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Collect, track, and perform data entry for reports.

Prepare materials for reports. As skills develop, analyze data. Prepare bibliographies and abstracts for publications.

Administrative and Project Management

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Perform a variety of routine tasks related to the recruitment, enrollment and monitoring of research subjects or to the research environment (lab, clinic, field, classroom).

Obtain subject consent and assist with IRB submissions or equivalent protocol, if applicable.

Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.

Facilities and Equipment Management

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Assist in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.

Assist with procurement of supplies and materials.

May initiate purchasing requests, monitor accounts/expenditures; reconcile statements.

Supervision/Staffing

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May train, provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling of employees to assure outcomes are achieved.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Research

Knowledge of formal methodologies, tools and techniques for conducting research, studies and tests.

Research Analysis

Knowledge of and the ability to locate, interpret and evaluate research findings compiled and documented by others and use this material to support empirical research.

Research Documentation

Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools and techniques for producing well-written, meaningful and usable documentation of research findings.

Research Ethics/Compliance

Knowledge of practices, behaviors, applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing proper research conduct; ability to demonstrate ethical and compliant behavior in diverse situations.

Research Safety

Knowledge of the procedures and programs in place in the organization to ensure employee, student and subject safety (occupational safety, fire, patient, animal, drug, radiation, environmental safety and emergency plans); ability to train others; ability to take appropriate actions in case of emergency.

Adheres to UIHC policies regarding personal conduct, including: following established leadership, remaining responsive to instruction and coaching from supervisors and meeting the standards of personal appearance, attendance and punctuality.

Collaboration and Embracing Diversity

Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, nationalities, genders, ages, etc.

Positive Impact/Achieving Results

Ability to utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. Able to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations while producing results.

Service Excellence/Customer Focus

Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. The ability to work independently with self motivation to complete the tasks at hand is required. Must be proficient in computer software applications (Microsoft Office Suite). The ability to learn to efficiently use existing proprietary software required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Health sciences/engineering degree preferred.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience with biological sample organization, aliquoting, and database management.


Contact MASON GARCIA

Phone: 319-353-6074

Email: mason-garcia@uiowa.edu


Application Instructions Email resume to Mason Garcia at mason-garcia@uiowa.edu


Ad Start Date 11/04/2025


Ad End Date 11/08/2025