At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a research assistant who will assist in the preparation and execution of research and educational laboratory activities under the direction of the Departmental Chair.This is a great opportunity to join our very talented Physiology and Pharmacology team as we build and prepare for our new innovative campus launch in West Des Moines in summer 2023!
What you’ll do:
Follow and ensure laboratory-wide compliance with regulatory policies.
Track safety and training records of students.
Organize and secure data generated from experiments while maintaining laboratory notebooks.
Plan and run experiments as required.
Prepare reagents and research/subjects/media.
Perform literature searches.
Prepare data for statistical analysis, perform basic statistical tests.
Organize physiology laboratory offerings (i.e. Electrocardiogram and Pulmonary Function Testing labs).
Order and procure all materials and equipment necessary to run educational labs.
What we’re looking for:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in the life sciences or related field (such as biology, chemistry, physiology, psychology, biochemistry, nutrition, biomedical engineering or kinesiology). Non-scientific Bachelor’s degree with scientific coursework and biomedical research experience may also be considered.
Experience with performing standard cellular/molecular biology techniques, basic surgical skills in rodents, and/or physiological measurements in animal models is desired.
Must be able to handle reagents safely, and perform laboratory work under conditions of universal precautions against biohazards to prevent self-contamination or contamination of the environment; and work with microorganisms, radiation and laboratory animals (specifically rodents).
Total Rewards:
Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy 90% employer-paid medical, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.
About DMU:
Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering nine graduate degree programs. Join us as we impact the future of medicine and healthcare in our new state-of-the-art campus opening in West Des Moines in 2023.
Required Documents:
Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.
Founded in 1898 in Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines University is a postgraduate medical university comprised of three colleges – College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and College of Health Sciences – that offer nine graduate degree programs. Des Moines University combines the top advantages in medical education available today: an expert faculty, a rigorous and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and diverse research environment, and a supportive, inclusive community of students and faculty active in learning and service. By consistently producing outstanding graduates who excel in their careers, DMU maintains one of the strongest reputations in the sphere of American medical education.
