The laboratory of Dr. Mary Weber in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is seeking a full-timePost-Baccalaureate Research Intern. The position will assist with cutting-edge research aimed at understanding how Chlamydia trachomatis and Orientia tsutsugamushi secretion system effector proteins subvert host cell processes. Please see the Web lab website ( https://weber.lab.uiowa.edu/Immunology (https://microbiology.medicine.uiowa.edu/profile/thomas-kehl-fie)) for more information about our research interests. Annual Salary $38,755 to commensurate This position is designed for individuals who: * Seek training, experience, and mentoring in a research setting * Plan to pursue a graduate or professional degree in science, medicine, or a related field * Have US citizenship or permanent residency See Post-Baccalaureate Research Internship website:http://research.uiowa.edu/students/post-baccalaureate-research-internship (http://research.uiowa.edu/students/post-baccalaureate-research-internship) Education Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Microbiology,Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Immunology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications A minimum of 3 months experience working in a microbiology or molecular biology laboratory is required. Prior experience working with pathogenic microorganisms is preferred but not required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Basicproficiency with each of the following: o General microbiologic techniques, such as culture, storage, and safe handling of pathogenic agents. o Standard molecular techniques, including PCR, plasmid purification, bacterial transformation, agarose gel electrophoresis, and western blotting. o Mammalian cell culture and sterile techniques. o Gathering, recording, and analyzing experimental data. o Data analysis and presentation software, such as Excel, Photoshop, and GraphPad Prism. * Working proficiency with each of the following: o Ability to effectively prioritize projects to consistently meet deadlines. o Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. o Attention to detail and accuracy. Desirable Qualifications Highly Desirable * Working proficiency with each of the following: o Passaging and maintaining various cell lines. o Immunofluorescence microscopy. -General microbiologic techniques -Standard molecular techniques, including PCR, qPCR, plasmid purification, bacterial transformation, gelelectrophoresis, western blotting -Sterile techniques |
University of Iowa
Apr 30, 2026