Stowers Institute for Medical Research

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Research Technician to support a lab that focuses on the fundamental control of epithelial cell shape and proliferation.

Responsibilities include project culture development and protocol development, molecular cloning, dsRNA synthesis, feeding of Nematostella (sea anemone), injection of Nematostella embryos, PCR, RT-PCR, 5’ RACE, 3’ RACE In situ hybridization, immunocytochemistry and Morpholino injection.

The successful candidate will have excellent organization and communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to work in a team-oriented environment.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field, and prior experience in a laboratory setting.

     Applicants for research positions should send a resume, official transcripts and two reference letters to careers@stowers.org or:
     Administration Department
     Stowers Institute for Medical Research
     1000 East 50th Street
     Kansas City, MO 64110
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The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Research Technician I to provide support in a molecular biology core facility.

Responsibilities include preparing plasmid DNA using liquid handling robotics; preparing and running sequencing reactions using 3730 DNA sequencers; and cross training as a backup in other services provided, to include routine sequencing, riboprobes, and pathogen testing.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, and will be able to work within established protocols and SOPs. Prior experience in a molecular biology lab is preferred.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelors degree in biology, molecular biology, chemisty or a related field.

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Research Technician to support research into the molecular pathway of leukemogenesis using mammalian models.

Primary responsibilities include using biochemistry and molecular biology techniques to study tissue from mammalian models, providing animal care, and maintaining lab equipment and supplies.

In addition to being self-motivated and well-organized with excellent communication skills, the successful candidate will be able to effectively function in a team-oriented environment; and will be highly motivated and interested in participating in independent research projects.

Minimum requirements include an undergraduate degree in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, or a related field, a basic knowledge of biochemistry, and prior experience with tissue culture and, animal care.

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research has an opening for a Senior Research Technician to perform research in a laboratory working at the interface of imaging, developmental biology and cancer.

Responsibilities include the dissection of cellular and molecular mechanisms using molecular biology including PCR, cloning and vector construction, and RNA techniques including in situ hybridization and RT-PCR, interfaced with 2-photon and confocal microscopy.

In addition to excellent organization and communication skills and the ability to effectively function in a team-oriented environment, the successful candidate will be highly motivated to learn and support biomedical research, including maintaining lab equipment and supplies.

The minimum requirements include an MS in biology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related field, or a BS in related field with at least 2 years laboratory experience. Preference will be given to those with a strong background in molecular biology.

Benefits Overview Summary

*Members (Full-time & Part-time greater than or equal to 20 hours/week)
January 1, 2009

Medical Insurance/ Pharmacy Coverage	Medical Insurance and Pharmacy coverage is available to eligible members and their eligible dependents. Individuals have a choice between two plans which are provided through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas City: the Blue Care HMO Plan (premium is fully paid by the Company) and the Preferred Care Blue PPO Plan (premium is partially paid by the participant, on a pre-tax basis).
Dental Insurance	Dental insurance is available at no cost for monthly premiums to eligible members and their eligible dependents. Coverage is through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas City – Preferred Care Dental Plan and includes both in-network and out-of network options.
Vision Coverage	Vision coverage is available to eligible members and their eligible dependents on a voluntary basis through Vision Signature Plan (VSP). The premium is fully paid by the participant, on a pre-tax basis. Coverage begins first day of the month coinciding with, or following date of hire/eligibility.
Life Insurance	Term Life Insurance coverage and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage is provided at no cost to all eligible members. Coverage is equal to two times a member’s base annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000 to a maximum of $500,000. Members may also purchase Additional Life Insurance on themselves, Spouse Life Insurance, and/or Dependent Life Insurance.
Tax Savings Plan	Non-reimbursable Health Care Expenses (participant annual limit = $5,000) Child/Dependent Care Expenses (household annual limit = $5,000)
Stowers Group Retirement Plan	Eligible members receive contribution of 15% of their eligible annual salary each year into a retirement account as long as the contributions do not exceed limits fixed by law. Contributions will begin upon qualification of the member as set forth in the plan.
403(b) Savings Plan	Members may contribute between 1% and 50% of their salary each pay period, up to the allowable contribution set by law, on a tax-deferred basis. The Plan allows for both Traditional (pre-tax) and Roth (after-tax) salary deferrals.
Holiday Leave	Eligible members are entitled to 11 major holidays per year to include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and Day after Christmas.
Vacation Leave	Full-time members accrue from 120 - 200 hours of paid vacation leave per year (to a maximum of 5.0 - 8.333 hours per pay period) based on job classification and length of service. Vacation accrual begins on the first day of employment or transfer to a benefit eligible position. Vacation may be taken only if it has been accrued. Unused vacation may be accrued to a maximum of 240 hours.
Sick Leave	Full-time members receive 40 hours of sick leave upon joining the Company. The member will then accrue sick leave on an hourly basis to a maximum of two hours per pay period not to exceed a maximum total of 72 hours. Sick leave accrual begins on the first day of employment or transfer to a benefit eligible position. Paid sick leave may be taken only if it has been accrued. Unused sick leave may be carried over from year to year to a maximum of 72 hours. Part-time members regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week will receive sick leave benefits on a pro rata basis.
Short Term Disability	Short Term Disability is provided at no cost to all eligible members. Full-time and eligible part-time members may use Short Term Disability for their own personal illness or injury. Short Term Disability pays 100% of a member’s base pay after an illness or injury exceeds five days (one workweek). Medical substantiation is required prior to receiving Short Term Disability.
Long Term Disability	Long Term Disability is provided at no cost to all eligible members and may be applied for after the initial 60-day elimination period covered by Sick Leave (if accrued) and Short Term Disability. Long Term Disability pays 60% of monthly base pay (up to a maximum of $10,000.00 per month).
Parental Leave	Full-time members are entitled to five paid parental leave days upon the occurrence of the birth or adoption of a child/children. Paid parental leave days must be used all at one time, and must be used within six months of the occurrence.
Bereavement Leave	Full-time members are entitled to take up to three consecutive workdays with pay to attend the funeral and take care of personal matters relating to the death of a parent, spouse, spouse’s parent, child, spouse’s child, brother, sister, grandparent or grandchild. One day of paid leave is available for the death of a brother-in-law, sister-in-law, spouse’s grandparent, a spouse’s grandchild, or any of the extended family living in the individual’s home. In addition, full-time members will receive an additional two days for travel if the funeral is more than 300 miles from Kansas City.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)	An Employee Assistance Program is provided at no cost to all members, fellows, graduate students and others who receive direct or indirect remuneration from the Institute, and individuals significant to them. Ceridian, a nationally recognized EAP company, provides "LifeWorks," a free, confidential EAP that includes the following services: phone consultants available 24/7; bilingual consultants and translation services in more than 140 languages; up to three face-to-face counseling sessions (per incident) per participant; a website with online articles, workshops, locators, etc; free booklets, audio recordings, and other materials covering a variety of subjects; referrals to resources, services and support in the community.
Fitness Center	An on-site fitness center is available 24 hours per day, seven days per week for all members. Spouses may use the center, but must be accompanied by the member.

Note: Benefits are available for members regularly scheduled for 20 or more hours per week, unless noted differently in the contents of this document. Leave plans are pro-rated based on a part-time member’s regular schedule. Part-time members are generally entitled to holiday pay if they are regularly scheduled to work on the holiday. Additional benefit information and materials will be provided upon hire date. This overview is intended as a summary only, and the specific terms of each individual benefit plan and leave policy govern. Please consult the applicable policies and plan documents for full details.

* Postdoctoral and senior research associates are classified as “members” and fall within the guidelines of these benefits. A separate package of benefits has been designed for postdoctoral and senior research fellows to ensure they maintain an equitable status with other postdocs. Postdoc and senior research fellow benefits information is available upon request.

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