University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences – Institute for Vision Research, is seeking a 100% Research Assistant (PRK1; 3A). The Research Assistant conducts experiments, sets up and operates laboratory equipment, and records and consolidates research data in the molecular biology research laboratory of Edwin Stone, MD, PhD for the Institute for Vision Research. Position duties include:

• Isolate DNA from blood samples and maintain a valuable human DNA collection.
• Carry out genetic experiments using PCR based methodologies to identify new mutations in novel genes.
• Perform bi-directional sequencing and evaluate and interpret data.
• Use recombinant DNA techniques, such as DNA and RNA purification, plasmid generation and isolation and agarose gel electrophoresis.
• Enter lab data in a laboratory information management system (LIMS) and Excel.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of chemicals and reagents, keeping the premises neat and orderly.
• Instruct students and residents in laboratory procedures and techniques.
• Perform literature searches on topics specified by the director of the laboratory.

University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00a-5:00p

Location: Medical Education & Research Facility (MERF); Institute for Vision Research); Iowa City

Rotations: N/A

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Pay Level: 3A