Research Associate- Molecular Cardiology

Position Title

Research Associate
- Molecular Cardiology

SOM KC Cardiovascular Medicine

Bench Research

Professional Staff

The Research Associate will support ongoing research projects in a Cardiac molecular biology laboratory. The research associate will perform routine and advanced laboratory experiments, maintain accurate records, assist with data analysis, and contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of the laboratory. This position will have hands‑on experience in molecular and cellular biology research.

• Perform molecular biology experiments, including but not limited to:
  • DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, cloning, and gel electrophoresis.
  • Western blotting, immunoprecipitation, and ELISA.
  • Cell culture (maintenance, passaging, transfection).
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and culture media following standard protocols.
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Support animal or human tissue sample processing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate routine maintenance.
• Follow laboratory safety, biosafety, and compliance regulations.
• Assist with ordering supplies, inventory management, and lab organization.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation, figures, and presentations as needed.
• Collaborate with lab members and participate in lab meetings.

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.

• May involve work with biohazardous materials under approved protocols.
• Occasional evening or weekend work depending on experimental needs.

• 6 years of relevant work experience in biology or relevant field. Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with sterile techniques and laboratory safety practices.

• Prior research experience in an academic or industry laboratory.
• Experience with one or more of the following:
  • RNA‑seq, ChIP‑seq, or other omics techniques.
  • Immunohistochemistry or fluorescence microscopy.
  • Animal handling or tissue processing.
• Experience with data analysis software (e.g., Graph Pad Prism, R, Python).
• Interest in pursuing graduate or professional training in biomedical sciences.

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

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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.

Regular

Full time

Hourly

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.

• Minimum: $24.71
• Midpoint: $30.29
• Maximum: $35.82