Research Associate - Pathology

Department:
SOM KC Pathology and Lab Medicine

Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Position Title:
Research Associate - Pathology Job Family Group:
Professional Staff Job Description Summary:
The Research Associate in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine will support and advance ongoing research projects by independently conducting experiments, managing and analyzing datasets, contributing to study design, and assisting with the development of manuscripts, grant applications, and reports. This position provides the opportunity to apply advanced skills in stem cell biology and mammalian development while working collaboratively with faculty, investigators, and research staff to maintain high standards of scientific rigor, protocol adherence, and data quality. Job Description:

Job Duties

Laboratory & Research Support

• Conduct experiments, procedures, and data collection with minimal supervision.
• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and workflows; perform troubleshooting and coordinate repairs as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation, labeling, sample tracking, and secure data storage.
• Train or mentor team members on lab techniques, safety, and protocol execution.

Study Coordination & Project Management

• Assist investigators with study design, protocol development, and implementation of research methodologies.
• Coordinate daily project operations, including scheduling study activities and ensuring workflow continuity.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain study materials, forms, and documentation needed for research activities.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and milestones; communicate progress or issues to the research team.

Data Management & Analysis

• Collect, enter, and validate research data in accordance with study protocols.
• Perform preliminary data analyses and assist in interpreting study findings.
• Prepare figures, tables, and data summaries for presentations, publications, and grant proposals.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper organization of study records, including electronic and paper-based data systems.

Regulatory & Administrative Support

• Assist with preparation and submission of IRB documents, amendments, continuing reviews, and compliance reports.
• Maintain study logs, recruitment trackers, and project correspondence.
• Prepare documentation for audits, reviews, sponsor site visits, and regulatory oversight.
• Support coordination of team meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and compiling follow-up reports.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Work Experience: 3 years of research experience in a wet biological laboratory OR 3 years of experience in working and completion of analyses of large-scale genomics data, including bulk RNA-seq, single cell RNA-seq, CUT-and RUN-seq and CHIP-seq data.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: PhD in Biology related field.

Work Experience:

• Research experience in wet biological laboratories with experience in cell culture, imaging and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in working with mitochondrial biology or epigenetics.
• Experience with data management and documentation of large scale genomics data.
• Experience in executing research projects leading contributing to peer reviewed publications.

Skills

• Communication.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Organization.
• Attention to detail.
• Computer skills.
• Collaboration.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

Employee Type:
Regular Time Type:
Full time Rate Type:
Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.


Pay Range:
$24.71 - $35.82
Minimum
$24.71
Midpoint
$30.29
Maximum
$35.82