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What is the difference between Research Assistant Position vs Research Associate?

AspectResearch Assistant PositionResearch Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; some roles may need a master'sMaster's or Ph.D. often preferred; more specialized experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic labs, research institutions, healthcare settingsResearch labs, universities, industry R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government agencies, non-profitsUniversities, private companies, biotech firms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level research rolesViewed as a more advanced research position

The Research Assistant Position typically involves supporting research activities under supervision, requiring a bachelor's degree. In contrast, a Research Associate usually has more experience or advanced degrees, taking on more independent responsibilities. Both roles are common in academic and research settings, but the Research Associate position generally demands a higher level of expertise and specialization.

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Research Assistant - Department of Biology - Bin He Lab

Iowa City, IA

The University Of Iowa
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Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

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6.9

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Job description

The Department of Biology is seeking a Research Assistant.

This Research Assistant will assist with studies using diverse budding yeast species, such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Candida glabrata, and Candida auris, to elucidate the functions and evolution of fungal adhesins in the Hyr/Iff-like family. The duties of this Laboratory Research Assistant position includes basic yeast genetics, molecular cloning, and cell biology assays for adhesion functions. The individual is responsible for conducting these experiments following protocols provided by the lab, carefully recording all procedures in paper and electronic lab notebooks, archiving the raw data on lab servers (RDSS), and analyzing the data using general and statistical programming languages such as Python and R. Analysis code and outputs must be carefully documented in a git version-controlled repository.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Position is 100% onsite.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigators of the research project.
  • Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for research protocols. 
  • Set up and operate research materials or equipment. 
  • Collect and track data, perform data entry for reports, and maintain records of methods used. 
  • Track various indicators of project progress and summarize in reports to the research team.

For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

Education Required

  • Bachelor's degree required in Biology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Laboratory experience through coursework.
  • Independent research in designing, conducting, and analyzing the results of experiments driven by hypothesis.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Biology.  
  • Strong independent research experience in the field of evolutionary biology, with both benchwork and computational analyses.
  • Experience with immunofluorescence, microscopy, and applying molecular evolution techniques on protein sequence datasets are highly desirable.

Position and Application Details

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #26005056.

Pay Level 3A

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.   

  • Resume 
  • Cover Letter 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.  

For additional questions, please contact: libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

About Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information
  • Classification Title: Research Assistant
  • Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Work Modality Options: On Campus
Compensation
  • Pay Level: 3A
Contact Information
  • Organization: College of Liberal Arts
  • Contact Name: Libby Kleppe
  • Contact Email: libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu

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