Part-Time Research Assistant / Research Aide, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, UMKC School of Dentistry

The Department of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) School of Dentistry is seeking a part time Research Assistant or Research Aide.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage mouse colony (setting up breeding pairs, weaning, and sexing pups, weighing mice, microchipping, retiring of mouse colonies, etc.).
• Perform genotyping for various mouse lines
• Write technical reports and maintain detailed laboratory notebook
• Assist with tissue collection, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, collecting, and analyzing the data
• Other general lab duties could be assigned.

For success in this position a demonstrated ability to multitask, high attention to detail with great communication skills is needed.

Part-time, .20% FTE (average of 8 hours per week), non-benefit-eligible, unranked academic position. Daily work schedule is flexible and negotiable.

A bachelor's degree required to qualify as a Research Assistant

Students currently enrolled in undergraduate biology/chemistry majors, or related field, may qualify as a Research Aide

Preferred Qualifications

Background in Biological Science, Biochemistry, Molecular, Biology or related fields

Preference with previous handling of mice

$15.00 to $20.00per hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 54444).

To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections: 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 54444 and name of the position.

Review of applications will begin immediately; position will remain open until filled. Apply today!

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This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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