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Get Access To All JobsRequisition # 950
Position Basics
Advertising Ends on: Monday, May 18th, 2026
Advertising Started on: Monday, May 4th, 2026
College: Carver College of Medicine
Department: Pediatrics
Salary
Salary: $39,530.00 - $39,530.00
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Percent Time: 100%
Position Description:
Within the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics Pulmonary Division, the Research Intern will promote the University's research mission by supporting scientific, scholarly and creative activities through scientific inquiry, open discovery, dissemination of new knowledge, administering programs, procedures and policies to assure compliance and to advance research, technology commercialization, or economic development.
Cystic fibrosis is a life-limiting genetic disease that causes chronic bacterial lung infections as a result of a mutant gene. Our lab focuses on gene therapy by replacing the gene which causes cystic fibrosis. This position will provide support for Cystic Fibrosis research by conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing results, and performing operational duties associated with the laboratory.
Duties to Include:
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Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigator of the research project.
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Read and review articles as assigned.
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As individual skills develop, analyze literature to develop hypothesis for discussion with other researchers or principal investigator.
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Read and understand protocols.
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As individual skills develop, troubleshoot and analyze protocols; propose modifications to other researchers or principal investigator.
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Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for experimental protocols.
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As individual skills develop perform complex techniques as outlined in research protocols and test and evaluate current procedures. Set up and operate equipment for experiments.
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Perform experimental procedures assuring fidelity to protocols; record and consolidate data as directed by Principal Investigator (PI).
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Track progress and success of research project.
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As skills develop, may present results at lab meetings; develop and monitor quality controls.
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Collect, track, and perform data entry for reports.
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As skills develop, analyze data.
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Prepare abstracts for presentations or publications.
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Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
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Assist in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.
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Assist with procurement of supplies and materials.
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May train, provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling of employees to assure outcomes are achieved.
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Take a proactive approach to learning and implementing new techniques and approaches.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and related laboratory experience.
Required Qualifications:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Minimum of 3 months experience in research and data analysis.
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Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
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Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
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Prior experience in caring for laboratory animals.
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Experience with plasmid preps and gene subcloning, and primer design.
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Experience with DNA software.
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Experience in cell-based screening assays such as luciferase, fluorescence, immunostaining and western blotting.
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Knowledge in how to assemble and present data in figure form.
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Prior experience in statistics or computer programming.
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Knowledge of Institutional Review Board Procedures.
Highly Desired Qualifications
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6 months experience in microscopy is highly desirable.
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6 months experience with tissue culture is highly desirable.
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6 months experience in molecular biology skills such as cloning, PCR, western blotting, or flow cytometry highly desirable.
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Previous experience with clinical research is highly desirable.
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Previous experience with creating or using REDCap databases is highly desirable.
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Experience or Proficiency with coding in R or related language is highly desirable.
Online Application Required Documents
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Resume
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Name and Contact Information of References
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Letter of Interest
Number of References: 3
To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information
Contact: Natasha Johnson
Cmed-Pediatrics
General Hospital
220 Hawkins Drive
SW164-10A GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
Requisition # 950
Position Basics
Advertising Ends on: Monday, May 18th, 2026
Advertising Started on: Monday, May 4th, 2026
College: Carver College of Medicine
Department: Pediatrics
Salary
Salary: $39,530.00 - $39,530.00
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Percent Time: 100%
Position Description:
Within the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics Pulmonary Division, the Research Intern will promote the University's research mission by supporting scientific, scholarly and creative activities through scientific inquiry, open discovery, dissemination of new knowledge, administering programs, procedures and policies to assure compliance and to advance research, technology commercialization, or economic development.
Cystic fibrosis is a life-limiting genetic disease that causes chronic bacterial lung infections as a result of a mutant gene. Our lab focuses on gene therapy by replacing the gene which causes cystic fibrosis. This position will provide support for Cystic Fibrosis research by conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing results, and performing operational duties associated with the laboratory.
Duties to Include:
-
Perform research activities based upon protocols developed by other research staff or principal investigator of the research project.
-
Read and review articles as assigned.
-
As individual skills develop, analyze literature to develop hypothesis for discussion with other researchers or principal investigator.
-
Read and understand protocols.
-
As individual skills develop, troubleshoot and analyze protocols; propose modifications to other researchers or principal investigator.
-
Arrange and plan daily activities to prepare for experimental protocols.
-
As individual skills develop perform complex techniques as outlined in research protocols and test and evaluate current procedures. Set up and operate equipment for experiments.
-
Perform experimental procedures assuring fidelity to protocols; record and consolidate data as directed by Principal Investigator (PI).
-
Track progress and success of research project.
-
As skills develop, may present results at lab meetings; develop and monitor quality controls.
-
Collect, track, and perform data entry for reports.
-
As skills develop, analyze data.
-
Prepare abstracts for presentations or publications.
-
Adhere to safety and compliance guidelines.
-
Assist in the preparation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory and facility equipment.
-
Assist with procurement of supplies and materials.
-
May train, provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling of employees to assure outcomes are achieved.
-
Take a proactive approach to learning and implementing new techniques and approaches.
Education Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and related laboratory experience.
Required Qualifications:
-
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-
Minimum of 3 months experience in research and data analysis.
-
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
-
Demonstrated excellent organizational skills.
Desirable Qualifications:
-
Prior experience in caring for laboratory animals.
-
Experience with plasmid preps and gene subcloning, and primer design.
-
Experience with DNA software.
-
Experience in cell-based screening assays such as luciferase, fluorescence, immunostaining and western blotting.
-
Knowledge in how to assemble and present data in figure form.
-
Prior experience in statistics or computer programming.
-
Knowledge of Institutional Review Board Procedures.
Highly Desired Qualifications
-
6 months experience in microscopy is highly desirable.
-
6 months experience with tissue culture is highly desirable.
-
6 months experience in molecular biology skills such as cloning, PCR, western blotting, or flow cytometry highly desirable.
-
Previous experience with clinical research is highly desirable.
-
Previous experience with creating or using REDCap databases is highly desirable.
-
Experience or Proficiency with coding in R or related language is highly desirable.
Online Application Required Documents
-
Resume
-
Name and Contact Information of References
-
Letter of Interest
Number of References: 3
To start the Online Application process for this position, click the "Apply for This Position" button located below the Contact Information.
Contact Information
Contact: Natasha Johnson
Cmed-Pediatrics
General Hospital
220 Hawkins Drive
SW164-10A GH
Iowa City, IA 52242
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Prospective employees may review the University Campus Security Policy and the latest annual crime statistics by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Research Intern
Match your DS-2019 category before applying
Confirm you qualify for the J-1 Intern category, which requires current enrollment or graduation within 12 months. Applying to research roles before verifying your program category eligibility wastes time and risks rejection from designated sponsors.
Verify your host institution accepts J-1 interns
Many university labs and federal research agencies regularly host J-1 Intern participants, but private sector labs sometimes restrict program types. Ask hiring managers directly whether their organization has an existing relationship with a State Department-designated sponsor.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned research roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively hosting international research interns. Filtering by role type saves time and surfaces host organizations already familiar with the J-1 Intern program structure and training plan requirements.
Build your training plan before your offer letter
Designated sponsors require a detailed Intern Training Program form outlining weekly objectives, supervision structure, and measurable skills. Drafting this document in advance with your prospective supervisor speeds up DS-2019 issuance significantly.
Clarify the 2-year home residency rule with your sponsor
If your research funding comes from a U.S. government agency or your home country's government, you may be subject to the INA 212(e) two-year home residency requirement. Your designated sponsor can confirm whether your specific situation triggers this rule before you finalize your placement.
Negotiate your start date around DS-2019 timelines
Designated sponsors typically need two to four weeks to issue a DS-2019 after approving your training plan. Build this window into your offer negotiation so your start date aligns with consulate processing and SEVIS activation.
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Find Research Intern JobsResearch Intern J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Research Intern positions?
Research Intern roles fall under the J-1 Intern category, which is designed for current degree-seeking students or individuals who graduated within the past 12 months. If you completed your degree more than 12 months ago, you would need to qualify under the Trainee category instead, which has different eligibility criteria and program length limits.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a research internship?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host research employer. The designated sponsor, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or a university exchange office, issues your DS-2019 form and takes legal responsibility for your program compliance. Your host lab or institution provides the research placement and supervises your work, but it is not your visa sponsor.
How do I find U.S. research employers who regularly host J-1 interns?
Migrate Mate lets you search for roles at U.S. employers with J-1 program experience, making it easier to identify host organizations already comfortable with training plan requirements and designated sponsor coordination. Targeting institutions with prior J-1 hosting history reduces delays and the risk of a host unfamiliar with DS-2019 paperwork requirements.
Can I extend my J-1 research internship if my project runs longer than expected?
Extensions are possible but must be approved by your designated sponsor before your current DS-2019 end date. The total J-1 Intern program duration cannot exceed 12 months. Your host supervisor and sponsor must agree on a revised training plan documenting the additional objectives, and SEVIS records must be updated before the extension takes effect.
Does a research internship through J-1 affect my future H-1B or other visa options?
Completing a J-1 internship does not block H-1B or other nonimmigrant visa applications, unless the INA 212(e) two-year home residency requirement applies to your exchange. If triggered, you would need to return to your home country for two years or obtain a waiver before changing to most other visa categories. Your designated sponsor can tell you whether your specific funding source or nationality activates this requirement.
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