Research Assistant​/Senior Research Assistant, Ophthalmology-Vision Research Center, UMKC School

For more than 60 years, the Department of Ophthalmology has provided high-level care to patients with eye disease through innovative treatments, ground-breaking research, prevention strategies, community engagement and exemplary training for thenext generation of ophthalmologists.

The Vision Research Center (VRC) at UMKC is the Department of Ophthalmology’s research arm, providing residents and fellows with comprehensive research opportunities, including basic research,translational research and clinical trials.

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UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

The Department of Ophthalmology seeks outstanding candidates forfull-time Research Assistant or Senior Research Assistant positions at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. The selected candidates will be responsible for assisting withpreclinical research, neuroscience, physiology, histology andmicroscopy experiments as part of newly NIH -funded research projects. This involves preparing biological and other specimens for imaging and neuroscience, preclinical, physiological and biochemical testing and to acquire and analyze related data.

These positions will assist in maintaining preclinical research,physiology, histology and microscopy equipment, order routine supplies, prepare technical reports and archive data. This research position will be part of a highly qualified research group toadvance ocular research in further hopes of developing cures/treatment for vision degenerative conditions.

This is a 12-month full-time contract, benefit eligible, unrankedacademic position.

To qualify as a Research Assistant
, minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in neuroscience, preclinical research, physiology, histology and/or in microscopy techniques.

To qualify as a Senior
Research Assistant
, minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in a related medical orfield of science and 2+ years of experience in neuroscience,preclinical research, physiology, histology and/or in microscopy techniques.

Experience in preclinical research and physiology is a preferred qualification

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been establishedas $18-00 -$30.00/hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education,skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.

The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans,and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

UMKC is a public, urban,
R1 research university withmore than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System.

Our university is committed to being a model urban university thatis recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life.

Kansas City is a vibrant community with an affordable costof living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!)and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one ofthe largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts andmusic, a new international airport, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives.

Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and longbike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors.

Kansas City offers somethingfor everyone!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at…