Research Specialist I
About The Position
This Research Specialist position will help grow our individualized cellular technologies at Children's Mercy. Responsibilities for the role include the reprogramming of patient biospecimens into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) as well as methods development for quality control and quality assurance of patient-derived iPSC lines. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences Preferred and 2 years relevant experience in a laboratory setting
- Master's Degree Preferred and 1-2 years experience 1 year relevant experience in a laboratory setting
Responsibilities
- Human cell culture: isolation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells, iPSC reprogramming, iPSC maintenance, differentiation into organiod models
- Biobank management: cell line storage and curation
- Assay development: protocol optimization, establishment of novel functional assays
- Essential laboratory tasks: ordering and receiving
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
