Job Description

Department:

SOM KC Pathology and Lab Medicine

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Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Position Title:

Research Assistant - Pathology

Job Family Group:

Professional StaffThe Research Assistant in the Department of Pathology & Laboratory will contribute to ongoing research by performing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with the preparation of reports and publications. This position provides hands-on experience in the area of mammalian development while working closely with faculty and research team members to ensure adherence to study protocols and the accuracy of research data.

Job Duties:

Laboratory Support

• Assist with setup, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of lab equipment and materials.
• Support preparation and execution of experiments and sample collection.
• Record observations and ensure proper labeling, storage, and data backup.
• Maintain lab cleanliness and adhere to safety protocols.

Research Operations & Logistics

• Assist research staff with study setup, daily operations, and project follow-ups.
• Prepare and organize study materials, including packets, forms, and documentation.
• Schedule study-related activities and help manage project timelines.
• Maintain inventory of study supplies and support ordering processes.

Data Entry & Documentation

• Accurately collect, enter, and maintain research data in electronic and paper-based systems.
• Review research documents, such as protocols, data collection forms, Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation, abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Ensure proper documentation and organization of study records, project binders, and data collection forms.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with institutional and project guidelines.

Administration & Compliance

• Prepare documentation for audits, reviews, or sponsor site visits.
• Track study milestones, recruitment status, and project progress.
• Maintain study logs and organize project-related correspondence.
• Support the research team in coordinating meetings, taking minutes, and preparing 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:

• Four years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in biology, preferably a covering molecular biology and developmental biology.

Work Experience:

• Experience working in a research setting.
• Experience with data entry.

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. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

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:

$22.88 - $33.17

Minimum

$22.88

Midpoint

$28.03

Maximum

$33.17