The College of Dentistry's, Iowa Insistute for Oral Health and Research is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist. In this role you will be working with the Principal Investigator to develop innovative biomimetic biomaterials for oral tissues regeneration and other related applications! You will also be managing lab protocols, anlyzing data, and working on grant proposals. If you are interested in fostering a collaborative research environment, apply today! For a full job description, please send an e-mail to COD-Requisitions@iowa.uiowa.edu .
Job Duties:
· Develop 3D porous scaffolds and injectable biomaterials for tissue engineering & drug delivery using techniques like electrospinning, 3D printing, and phase separation.
· Synthesize and characterize novel biomaterials, including biodegradable nanoparticles, for drug/gene delivery applications using advanced techniques.
· Conduct in vitro and in vivo studies, including cell culture, molecular biology assays, antibacterial testing, and animal surgeries for material transplantation and histological analysis.
· Design experiments and analyze data.
· Prepare/submit grant proposals and contribute to publications/presentations.
· Mentor graduate students, postdocs, and dental students in research and technical skills.
Assistant Research Scientist - PRJ1
College of Dentistry - Iowa Institute of Oral Health & Research (Iowa City, IA)
Salary: $72,695 to commensurate (Pay Grade: 5A)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
REQUIRES :
· PhD in materials/polymer science, organic/polymer chemistry, chemical/biomedical engineering, or other closely related area.
·1 year relevant experience in bone tissue engineering.
HIGHLY Desirable :
· Experience/knowledge in 3D polymeric scaffolds fabrication, polymer synthesis, electrospinning, phase separation, 3D printing, scaffold-based drug delivery, stem cells for osteogenic differentiation.
· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
·1 st authored peer-review publication in relevant journals; and
· Highly self-motivated and independent while willing to collaborate with others in an interdisciplinary group.
Desirable :
· Experience with Molecular biology and techniques, flow cytometry, anti-bacterial studies, and animal surgery.
Position and Application Details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a Resume (and mark as "Relevant File") to their submission. A Cover Letter is recommended; 3 Names of Professional Reference may be required at a later date.
Job opening are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact .
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
About University of Iowa
With over 31,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation's top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference and the Association of American Universities. The University of Iowa is composed of eleven colleges and is known around the world for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. It is home to one of the nation's largest academic medical centers and the pioneering Iowa Writers' Workshop. The University of Iowa promotes work/life integration and is located in the casual yet cosmopolitan environment of Iowa City, widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities.
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