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Summer Lab Assistant - Ryan Lab

Posting ID 157564
Department Anatomy & Cell Biology/Carver College of Medicine
Jobcode Temp Employee - Non-UI Student
Working Title Summer Lab Assistant - Ryan Lab
Details
The Ryan lab within the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology is seeking a Summer Lab Assistant. The Ryan lab investigates the pathophysiology and biology of lung and pancreatic disease, with a particular focus in stem cell biology and tissue regeneration. We use cutting-edge tools such as induced pluripotent stem cells, organ on chips, organoids, CRISPR-based gene editing and single cell genomics, high-resolution microscopy to address our research questions.
Duties will include but are not limited to: 
· Perform routine assays and readouts: immunocytochemistry (ICC) and immunohistochemistry (IHC), imaging, and basic image and data analysis via ImageJ.
· Read and interpret scientific literature pertaining to basal cell function and differentiation.
· Maintain detailed electronic lab notebook (ELN) and/or physical lab notebook with raw data, metadata, and methods.
o Maintain documentation and collection of data on the shared laboratory drive.
· Support reagent preparation, inventory, and equipment maintenance.
· Contribute to protocol optimization, SOP updates, and reproducibility documentation.
· Assist with figure preparation and writing for progress reports, posters, and manuscripts.
· Participate in lab meetings, journal clubs, and other required meetings.
The ideal candidate will be an undergraduate studying a biomedical-related science such as cell biology, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, etc.
Contact MADISON MARIE O'LEARY
Phone: 319-467-0951
Email: madison-oleary@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Send resume and cover letter to madison-oleary@uiowa.edu
Ad Start Date 04/08/2026
Ad End Date 04/11/2026