Current Openings
- Administrative Assistant – Part Time
- Computational Biologist
- Grants Administrator
- Research Technician I
- Research Technician II
Application materials may be submitted to careers@stowers.org
Administrative Assistant – Part Time
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a student seeking part-time employment to provide administrative support to the Science Communications group.
Responsibilities include processing invoices and expense reports; answering phones and directing calls; booking travel reservations; assisting with large mailings; assisting with media monitoring of Institute social media websites; filing; purchasing of supplies; providing perspective and opinion on new forms of social media; and assisting with special projects such as photo archiving, video transfer, review and archiving of collateral material, and other duties as required.
In addition to excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively function in a team-oriented environment, the successful candidate will have knowledge of a wide variety of social media platforms and/or experience with utilizing or manipulating computerized photo and video files.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit (1) a current CV, (2) official college transcripts, and (3) at least two letters of recommendation to careers@stowers.orgor to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
Computational Biologist
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research seeks talented and motivated scientists in the area of Genomics to assist in the expansion of its efforts in computational biology and molecular genomics.
Working closely with a group studying the evolution and control of cellular systems,this position will use computational tools to transform, visualize, and analyze large biological datasets. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, demonstrated capability for independent work and self-management, interest in bioinformatics as well as experience in Linux/Unix, and experience in programming using R/Perl/Python/Ruby. Candidates with expertise in gene expression, genome biology, population genetics, biological network, or similar disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply.
Minimum requirements include documented programming experience and an undergraduate degree in molecular biology, computational sciences or a similar discipline, at least four years of experience in the area of genomics; or a Master’s degree in a related discipline with two years of experience; or a Ph.D. in a related discipline.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit (1) a current CV, (2) official transcripts, and (3) at least two letters of recommendation to careers@stowers.org or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
Grants Administrator
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Grants Administrator who will be responsible for providing comprehensive support for all pre-award aspects of grant applications to the NIH and other national research funding agencies.
Responsibilities include working closely with Principal Investigators to develop submissions for new and continuing grant applications; keeping faculty, management, or other groups up-to-date on new funding opportunities; independently managing all aspects of the pre-award grant application process; interpreting and communicating Institute and awarding agency policies and procedures to grant applicants; ensuring compliance with all regulatory and submission requirements; completing relevant application materials including support letters and materials for faculty grants; and ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
Key attributes of the successful Grants Administrator candidate include a knowledge of federal regulations, policies and processes and the ability to accurately interpret those regulations and policies; flexibility, adaptability, a keen attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal communication skills; and an ability to work under pressure in a deadline-orientated environment.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3-5 years of biomedical research administration experience. A working knowledge of NIH, DOD and NSF grants policies and application submission standards is desired.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit (1) a current CV and (2) at least two letters of recommendation to careers@stowers.orgor to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
Research Technician I
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has a current opening for a technician to perform a variety of duties in a research laboratory.
Responsibilities will include using established laboratory experimental methods and procedures to assist lab members with ongoing projects; operating scientific equipment; collecting, analyzing, and reporting data; configuring and operating laboratory instruments; maintaining accurate laboratory records; following established protocols in the care and feeding of aquatic flatworms to ensure health and reproduction; ordering and maintaining an inventory of chemicals, reagents, and other laboratory supplies; receiving and stocking incoming reagents and supplies; and performing other duties as assigned.
In addition to excellent communication skills and the desire to work in a team-oriented environment, the successful candidate will have excellent attendance standards, time management skills, and a high degree of attention to detail.
Minimum requirements include an undergraduate degree from an accredited university in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field, and previous laboratory experience. Those with prior experience using sterile techniques and/or working with aquatic organisms are especially encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit (1) a current CV, (2) official college transcripts, and (3) at least two letters of recommendation from college professors and/or previous supervisors to careers@stowers.org or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
Research Technician II
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Research Technician to conduct research on chromatin structure. Responsibilities include DNA cloning and plasmid preparation, modification of gene sequences using PCR, basic protein purification, and immunoprecipitation of proteins.
In addition to excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively function in a team-oriented environment, the successful candidate will have experience in molecular biology that includes DNA cloning and preparation, PCR amplification, and bacterial transformation. Knowledge of protein manipulation and purification is desirable and some experience with maintenance/transformation of eukaryotic cultured cells is advantageous.
Minimum requirements include an undergraduate degree in a science related field and at least two years of related research experience, or a graduate degree in a science related field.
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit (1) a current CV, (2) official college transcripts, and (3) at least two letters of recommendation from college professors and/or previous supervisors to careers@stowers.org or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.
