Top 17 Researcher Jobs in Lawrence, Ks

Assistant Researcher
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- From $50,000 a year
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
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Laboratory Director
Kansas State University —Olathe, KS
- $115,000 - $120,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Office
- 3 years
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Test Development Coordinator
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- From $66,500 a year
- Online Application
- Remote
- English
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
POOL - Instructor - SPED
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $4,600 a month
- Temporary
- Remote
- School experience
- Classroom
- Master's degree
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EARTH Digital Platform Coordinator
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $52,000 - $68,000 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Flexible schedule
IT Engineer
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $82,500 - $90,000 a year
- Computer science
- Oracle
- Computer Science
Assistant Researcher Senior
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $48,300 - $55,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- University
Student Research Assistant
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Online Application
- Civil engineering
- University
- In-person
Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- $44,827 - $68,000 a year
- Online Application
- Analysis skills
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Researcher - POOL
University of Kansas —Lawrence, KS
- From $58,656 a year
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
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Assistant Researcher

University of Kansas -
Lawrence, KS

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Job Details

From $50,000 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Laboratory project records management
Immunological assays
Cell line culture
Histological laboratory techniques
Immunological laboratory techniques
Biochemical laboratory techniques
Laboratory standard operating procedures

Full Job Description

Position Overview

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology is seeking a motivated Assistant Researcher to support ongoing laboratory studies in molecular and cellular mechanisms relevant to neurodegenerative disease. The successful candidate will assist with experimental work involving cell-based assays, protein analysis, tissue staining, data organization, and general laboratory operations.

The Assistant Researcher will work as part of a collaborative academic research laboratory focused on molecular biology, cellular physiology, and disease-related mechanisms. Responsibilities will include performing standard laboratory assays, maintaining cell cultures, preparing samples, documenting experimental results, and supporting day-to-day research activities under the direction of the principal investigator and senior laboratory staff.

Job Description

30% - Experimental Research activities

Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments, including Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture.
Organize and analyze basic experimental results.

30% - Laboratory Operations and Maintenance

Maintain mammalian cell cultures using sterile technique.
Prepare reagents, buffers, media, and experimental samples.
Maintain accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.

20% - Data Collection and Documentation

Assist with imaging, sample processing, and data collection.
Implementing R-coding of multiomic data
Visualization and graphing key results

15% - Research Collaboration and Support

Support general laboratory maintenance, including inventory, ordering, equipment upkeep, and compliance with institutional safety procedures.
Work collaboratively with faculty, trainees, and other research staff.

5% - Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

This position will be based in a university research laboratory. The role requires regular work with biological samples, cell culture systems, laboratory reagents, and standard molecular biology equipment. Training will be provided for laboratory-specific protocols and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, cell biology, or a related field OR a High School Diploma and four (4) years of related experience.
One (1) year of hands-on laboratory experience in molecular or cellular biology.
One (1) year of experience with Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and cell culture techniques.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail as evidenced by application materials.
Experience that required the ability to maintain accurate records and follow established laboratory protocols as evidenced by application materials.
Experience that required the ability to work both independently and as part of a team as evidenced by application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in Alzheimer’s disease, neurodegeneration, neuroscience, or related biomedical research areas as evidenced by application materials.
Some coding or data-analysis experience in R as evidenced by application materials.
Experience with microscopy, image analysis, protein quantification, or cell-based assays as evidenced by application materials.
Experience working in an academic research environment as evidenced by application materials.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete application consists of:

A cover letter that describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications
A Resume or CV
Contact information for three (3) professional references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application review begins Monday, August 10th. For consideration, please apply no later than Sunday, August 9th.

Contact Information to Applicants

Jesse Wiley
[email protected]

Advertised Salary Range

Starting at $50,000, commensurate with experience

Application Review Begins

Monday August 10, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday August 24, 2026

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Posting Information

Posting ID: 33328BR
Department: Pharmacology & Toxicology
Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Assignment: On-Site
Reg/Temp: Regular
Employee Class: U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Review Begins: 10-Aug-2026

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