Lab Research Associate III

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Lab Research Associate III is designed to facilitate the research for faculty investigators. The position is necessary to maintain and enhance overall research productivity and support for Division faculty. The position requires that the candidate be able to, without considerable direction, initiate and troubleshoot laboratory research efforts, collect and analyze data, and synthesize findings in the form of progress reports, presentations, and draft manuscripts.

Candidates are expected to have the skills necessary to analyze and synthesize currently published scientific works in support of proposed laboratory experiments and, by extension, grant submissions.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.

If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Conduct laboratory procedures and experiments without considerable direction. Develop, optimize, and master multiple techniques in the laboratory and maintain the entire research environment.
• Report research results.
• Assist and train Research Scientists, Research Assistants, Research Associates, students, and trainees.

• Master's Degree biological sciences or related degree and 7 or more years of demonstrable experience research lab experience or
• Bachelor's Degree biological sciences or related degree and 9 years of demonstrable research lab experience

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $38.06/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and…