Research Associate - CBP Del Rio Lab

Department:SOM KC Department of Cell Biology and Physiology-Del Rio LabPosition Title:Research Associate - CBP Del Rio LabJob Family Group:Professional StaffJob Description Summary:A full-time Research Associate position is immediately available for a highly motivated individual to support an NIH-funded R01 project investigating the neural mechanisms underlying cardiorespiratory regulation.Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in biology, neuroscience, physiology, biomedical sciences, or a related field with substantial relevant research experience; a Master’s degree or other advanced training is preferred. Experience with rodent models, in vivo physiology, neurophysiology, fiber photometry, electrophysiology, stereotaxic procedures, or related experimental approaches is highly desirable.The Research Associate in Dr. Del Rio’s laboratory will independently conduct and support experiments aimed at defining neuronal activity and neural mechanisms involved in cardiorespiratory regulation. The position will involve advanced in vivo and ex vivo/in situ experimental approaches, quantitative data analysis, troubleshooting of experimental procedures, and contributions to the interpretation and dissemination of research findings.The research is conducted in modern laboratory space equipped with state-of-the-art systems for integrative physiology, neural recordings, and fiber photometry within the collaborative research environment of the University of Kansas Medical Center.Job Description:Key Roles and Responsibilities:Perform research experiments under the direction of the PI and contribute to the development and optimization of experimental protocolsConduct in vivo fiber photometry experiments to assess neuronal activity in rodent modelsPerform in situ brainstem neural recordings and related neurophysiological experimentsPerform rodent handling, surgical procedures, physiological monitoring, experimental preparation, and post-procedural care as required by approved protocolsMaintain mouse and/or rat colonies, including breeding, record keeping, and genotyping as neededPerform histological, molecular, and other endpoint analyses associated with ongoing studiesProcess, analyze, interpret, and organize complex physiological and neurophysiological datasetsTroubleshoot experimental procedures, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and analytical workflowsMaintain laboratory equipment, experimental supplies, inventories, and records necessary for ongoing research activitiesParticipate actively in laboratory meetings and individual meetings with the PI, including presentation and interpretation of experimental resultsContribute to the preparation of figures, scientific manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, progress reports, and grant applicationsAssist with training and technical guidance of junior laboratory personnel and students when appropriateFollow established quality control, quality assurance, animal-use, biosafety, and regulatory procedures, including appropriate documentationAssist with maintaining laboratory regulatory, animal-use, and research compliance documentationPerform other research-related duties as assignedThis 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:Education : Bachelor’s degree in biology, neuroscience, physiology, biomedical sciences, or another related scientific field with substantial relevant research experience.This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.Work Experience :Experience in neuroscience, physiology, integrative physiology, or a related biomedical fieldExperience with rodent handling and in vivo experimental proceduresExperience with neurophysiological techniques such as fiber photometry, electrophysiology, neural recordings, stereotaxic surgery, or physiological data acquisitionExperience with quantitative analysis of physiological or neurophysiological dataExperience in training or providing technical guidance to students and junior laboratory personnelConducting experiments with increasing independence, troubleshoot technical problems, and maintain accurate research documentationPreferred Qualifications:Education : MS or PhD in neuroscience, physiology, biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution.Skills :Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management SkillsWritten and Verbal Communication SkillsRequired Documents:Resume/CVCover LetterComprehensive 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. Type:Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Time Type:Full timeRate Type:HourlyCompensation 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 - $35.82Minimum$24.71Midpoint$30.29Maximum$35.82 #J-18808-Ljbffr