About the role
Requisition # 1000
Position Basics
Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled
Advertising Started on: Monday, July 27th, 2026
College: Carver College of Medicine
Department: Neuroscience and Pharmacology
Salary
Salary: $39,530.00 to Commensurate
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Percent Time: 100%
Position Description
A research intern is needed to conduct cutting-edge research focused on the molecular mechanisms of obesity and cancer. The candidate will assist in performing experiments in cultured cells and mice using molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques. This appointment is for a limited duration, anticipated length of one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year.
This position is designed for individuals who:
- Seek training, experience, and mentoring in a research setting
- Plan to pursue a graduate or professional degree in science, medicine or a related field
- Have US citizenship or permanent residence
See Post-Baccalaureate Research Internship website: http://research.uiowa.edu/students/post-baccalaureate-research-internship
Position Responsibilities
- Maintain colonies of genetically modified mice: breeding, weaning and genotyping of the mice as well as maintaining electronic records of the colonies.
- Perform laboratory maintenance and preparation of stock solutions.
- Perform experiments using cell and molecular methodologies in mice, mouse tissues and cell cultures.
- Maintain laboratory and experimental records.
- Perform molecular cloning and generate adenovirus and lentivirus expressing various proteins and RNAi.
- Assist postdoctoral fellows in maintaining mouse colonies and performing genotyping and experiments.
- Keep detailed written and organized records of experimental design, protocols, computer data analysis and raw data.
Education Requirement
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a biomedical related science or an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience in a molecular and cell biology related field. Minimum 3.2 GPA.
Required Qualifications
Previous working experience in a biomedical laboratory with hands-on research is required.
Online Application Required Documents
- Resume
- Name and Contact Information of References
- Letter of Interest
Number of References: 3
To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information
Contact: Songhai Chen
Cmed-Neurosci & Pharmacology
Bowen Science Building
51 Newton Road
2-250 BSB
Iowa City, IA 52242-1109
Department URL: https://neuroscience-pharmacology.medicine.uiowa.edu/
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