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Research Technician II — Hall Lab

Are you fascinated by the bizarre world of small, wiggly, often regenerative invertebrates?

The Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Research Technician II to join the Hall Lab.

Our lab is motivated by the simple premise that we shouldn’t be limited to studying biology only in established “model” organisms. We are developing a suite of molecular and imaging tools to enable genetic engineering in diverse emerging model organisms, with the goal of understanding how stem cells support regeneration across the tree of life.

Roles & Responsibilities

The selected candidate will work closely with the PI to support the lab’s research efforts by:

• Developing and refining techniques to maintain and expand an array of emerging model invertebrates (with a strong emphasis on flatworms).
• Contributing to molecular cloning that support transgenesis and gene editing strategy development.
• Performing experiments to characterize regeneration, life history traits, and phenotype variation across species.
• Maintaining thorough documentation (protocols, experimental records, colony/line tracking) and contributing to lab organization and best practices.

The ideal candidate is curious, creative, and resilient in the face of experimental setbacks. They work independently when needed, communicate clearly, and consistently incorporate feedback to improve.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Animal husbandry to maintain several species of emerging model flatworms and related invertebrates.
• Working with the Invertebrate Culture Facility to develop and implement more automated, standardized husbandry workflows.
• Characterizing life-cycle traits and regenerative capabilities across diverse flatworm species (including phenotyping with immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization, and performing genetic perturbations with CRISPR and RNAi).
• Performing molecular cloning using techniques such as bacterial transformation, minipreps, PCR, gel electrophoresis, restriction digestion, Golden Gate assembly, and Gibson assembly.

What We Offer

• Close mentorship and support to help you meet your scientific and professional goals.
• The opportunity to work with unusual and exciting emerging model organisms in the field of regenerative biology.
• The opportunity to work closely with our fantastic technology centers while gaining important leadership skills.
• Professional development opportunities (lab meetings, institute seminars, and conference attendance as appropriate).
• Competitive compensation and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 403(b)), and relocation assistance as applicable.
• Campus perks including café access, and fitness facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in a relevant field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Synthetic Biology, Biophysics, Chemical Biology, Ecology, Microbiology, or related discipline).
• 3+ years of laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with molecular biology and/or genetics (cloning, PCR, gel electrophoresis, etc.).
• Comfort with careful organization and recordkeeping (tracking cloning projects, animal lines, and experimental details).
• Familiarity with sequence/plasmid design tools (e.g., Geneious, Benchling, SnapGene).
• Imaging experience (widefield fluorescence, confocal, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and observational skill (e.g., recognizing “happy worms,” regeneration phenotypes, and subtle health changes).
• A love and excitement for the organisms we work with.

How to Apply

Please compile the following materials into a single PDF and name the file using the format:

LastName_2026_HallLab_RTechII.pdf

Submit applications to:

Application materials:

1. Cover letter
2. Statement of career goals and research interests (1 page max)
3. Summary of prior research experience
4. CV
5. Unofficial college transcripts
6. Contact information for up to three professional references

We look forward to reviewing your application!

The Custom Protein Resources (CPR) group at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking an Associate Scientist II to support protein expression, purification, and characterization projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical and interpersonal skills with expertise in protein–protein interaction studies.

Responsibilities:

• Express and purify proteins in bacterial, yeast, insect, and mammalian systems.
• Develop and troubleshoot purification workflows using diverse chromatography methods.
• Characterize proteins and protein–protein interactions using biophysical techniques such as BLI or ITC.
• Manage multiple projects, maintain clear records, and communicate progress with collaborators.
• Contribute to workflow development and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in protein expression, purification, and characterization.
• Familiarity with FPLC/HPLC systems and biophysical assays for protein interactions.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

To Apply

Submit the requested documents to or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E. 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.

Requested Documents

• Current Resume
• Cover Letter

Owner’s Representative - Mission Critical / Data Center

North Kansas City, MO

Immediate Start | Zero Travel | Relocation Support Available

Are you ready to step into a role where your expertise directly shapes one of the most advanced mission‑critical facilities in the region? Our client, one of the most respected and forward‑thinking firms in the data center and high‑performance infrastructure space is expanding their on‑site leadership team in North Kansas City.

This isn’t just another construction oversight role. It’s an opportunity to represent the owner on one of the most technically demanding facility types in the world where precision, resiliency, and operational readiness are non‑negotiable.

The Opportunity

As the Owner’s Representative, you will be the driving force ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and integrated systems are designed, installed, commissioned, and delivered to the highest performance standards.

No travel. No rotating sites.

Just one major data center, one high‑performing team, and the chance to leave a lasting legacy.

What You’ll Lead

• Full lifecycle oversight: planning, design, construction, commissioning, and turnover.
• On‑site leadership, decision‑making, and issue resolution with autonomy and trust.
• Coordination among GC, trades, engineers, local authorities, and the owner’s leadership team.
• Schedule oversight, budget stewardship, contract enforcement, and quality assurance.
• Mission‑critical MEP review, including DC/AC power, cooling systems, controls, and documentation.
• Risk identification and mitigation, backed by your technical judgment and field experience.
• Ensuring all systems meet operability, maintainability, and performance requirements.
• Leveraging modern digital tools and emerging AI workflows to elevate consistency and efficiency.

What You Bring

• 10+ years in construction project management, including 5+ years in mission‑critical or data centers.
• Deep technical understanding of MEP systems, commissioning, power systems, and QA/QC.
• Strong command of project documentation, contracts, change management, and scheduling tools (MS Project, P6).
• Ability to communicate confidently with technical and non‑technical teams, representing the owner with clarity and professionalism.
• Experience using Procore and modern construction technology; comfort adopting new digital and AI‑based tools.
• A mindset that combines leadership, problem‑solving, and calm decision‑making in high‑stakes environments.

Location & Lifestyle

• On‑site in North Kansas City, MO no travel required.
• Ideal for candidates seeking stability and long‑term presence at a single mission‑critical location.
• Relocation assistance available for those looking to move within 1–3 months.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work on one of the region’s most advanced mission‑critical facilities.
• Direct visibility with high‑level stakeholders your expertise is valued and trusted.
• Competitive compensation, robust benefits, paid development opportunities, and a culture that invests in its people.
• A long‑established, industry‑leading client with an exceptional reputation in data center delivery.

If you want to be the owner’s voice on a high‑specification, high‑impact mission‑critical program and you’re motivated by technical challenge, autonomy, and the chance to shape a world‑class data center this is for you.

About Us

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.

About LJC

LJC Design & Engineering is a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. We are a team of high-energy professionals who share a passion for design, a collaborative approach, and a casual culture. We solve challenges by leveraging the collective expertise and ingenuity of the best and brightest minds across development, design, and construction.

The Role We Want You For

As a Design Project Manager – Life Sciences, you will lead multidisciplinary design teams in the delivery of complex, regulated facilities for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced life sciences clients. This role spans the full design lifecycle - from early planning and concept development through construction support - ensuring projects meet operational, regulatory, schedule, and budget expectations.

This is a highly visible, client-facing role within LJC/Clayco’s design-build model. You will balance technical understanding, team leadership, and project management rigor while partnering closely with construction, process, and engineering leaders to deliver efficient, compliant, and buildable solutions.

While this role is ideally suited for an experienced design project manager, LJC is also open to senior technical discipline leads (architecture or engineering) who demonstrate strong leadership skills, client presence, and readiness to step into a broader project management role.

The Specifics of the Role

• Lead and manage multidisciplinary architectural and engineering design teams on life sciences projects of varying scale and complexity.
• Plan, track, and manage project scope, budget, schedule, and staffing to ensure successful delivery and profitability.
• Serve as the primary point of coordination between design teams, construction teams, and external consultants to support LJC/Clayco’s integrated design-build delivery.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination reviews to ensure cohesive, well-integrated design solutions, while confirming discipline-level quality control processes are executed.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks, scope changes, and technical challenges throughout the design lifecycle.
• Oversee the development of designs from early planning and concept through detailed design and construction documentation.
• Ensure designs align with GMP, FDA, and other applicable regulatory requirements, engaging subject matter experts as needed.
• Review design deliverables, submittals, RFIs, and change documentation to maintain alignment with design intent and project objectives.
• Participate in site visits and coordination meetings to verify design intent is being executed and constructability concerns are addressed early.
• Serve as the primary design-side contact for assigned projects, maintaining clear, consistent, and proactive communication with clients.
• Lead design presentations, technical reviews, and project update meetings with clients and internal leadership.
• Build trusted client relationships through accountability, responsiveness, and technical credibility.
• Support front-end project efforts by contributing to proposal development, interviews, pursuit strategies, and early project definition.
• Mentor engineers and designers, supporting professional growth and development of future project leaders.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment aligned with Clayco’s culture and values.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of LJC’s design standards, tools, workflows, and best practices for life sciences projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering or architectural design for GMP, FDA, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience as a design project manager or demonstrated leadership as a senior technical discipline lead on complex projects.
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences facility design.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, process systems, and regulatory-driven design requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex coordination efforts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools preferred.
• Ability to travel to project sites and client facilities as required.
• Resilient, adaptable, and motivated by fast-paced, complex project environments.

Some Things You Should Know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide
• No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
• We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
• The pace is fast!

Why Clayco and LJC?

• 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
• 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
• 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
• 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation

• The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Customer Operations Executive

Location: Kansas City, MO (Power & Light District)

About Avenue Logistics

Avenue Logistics is a fast-growing freight brokerage based in the heart of Kansas City in the Power and Light District. Our leadership team brings decades of industry experience, while our company operates with the energy and opportunity of a startup. We’re building a team of driven individuals who want to grow their careers in logistics while working alongside top performers in the industry.

The Opportunity

As a Customer Operations Executive, you’ll support a high-volume book of business while working directly alongside one of our top sales reps. Your role will focus on managing daily shipment operations, ensuring freight moves smoothly, and delivering a high level of service to customers.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys problem solving, and takes pride in staying organized while managing multiple moving pieces.

What You’ll Do

• Manage daily shipment operations across multiple customer accounts
• Build, schedule, and track freight shipments
• Monitor and manage 100+ pickups and deliveries per day
• Troubleshoot delays, appointment changes, and service issues
• Provide consistent updates and support to customers throughout the shipment lifecycle

Who You Are

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Customer-service oriented with strong communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities

Experience

• 2+ years of operations or account management experience at a freight brokerage preferred
• Experience managing high shipment volume
• Familiarity with transportation management systems

What Avenue Offers

• Competitive salary
• Fun, energetic, and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact with a growing company
• Work in the heart of downtown Kansas City, MO (Power and Light District)
• Training and development alongside experts in the logistics industry
• Excellent benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401K matching

We are seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine with a strong background in a la carte, high-end, classic scratch cooking to join one of our clients for a permanent, full-time opportunity located in the Kansas City, MO area.

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu execution, food preparation, team leadership, and food safety. The ideal candidate will bring extensive culinary expertise, proven leadership skills, and a strong commitment to excellence within fine dining and hospitality.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily culinary operations for a high-end, dinner-only steakhouse located within a casino property, with full responsibility for managing and leading the back-of-house (BOH) team. The Chef de Cuisine will average 45 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Personally, and alongside kitchen staff, facilitate all food preparation, presentation, and service procedures as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Monitor food production levels to ensure quality and quantity standards are consistently met.
• Ensure proper rotation, storage, and utilization of products to minimize waste
• Oversee food preparation to maintain consistency in flavor, presentation, and portion control
• Monitor staffing levels, including scheduling, early-out requests, and overtime management
• Maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free kitchen and storage environment
• Delegate daily responsibilities and work assignments to cooks and kitchen staff
• Monitor employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and administer disciplinary action when necessary
• Requisition inventory according to business needs and established pars
• Ensure all kitchen and storage areas remain clean, sanitary, and compliant with health and safety standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience as an Executive Chef or similar position
• A la carte, high-end, classic scratch cooking experience
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience and a strong team player
• A continuous improvement mindset focused on safety, sanitation, culinary trends, and maintaining classic culinary standards
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more

We’re looking for someone to join our recruiting team at Advastar—a small, experienced crew based in a sharp office on the Country Club Plaza. We support a wide range of industry leaders, place talent on major construction & engineering projects nationwide, and we are positioning ourselves for growth.

Here’s what you’re getting:

• $52K -$57K+ base salary + unlimited commission (BOE)
• Full-time, M-F, office-based position (Country Club Plaza)
• Vacation, paid holidays, and healthcare benefits
• Top AI-powered recruiting tech to make your job easier
• Amenities include onsite gym, common spaces, patio, covered parking/entrance, etc.

No experience? No problem—we’ll teach you the ropes. What we need is someone who’s eager to learn, ready to put in the work, and excited to build a career. If you’ve got a competitive streak or a knack for getting things done, you’ll fit right in.

Responsibilities:

• Source Top Talent: Identify and attract both active and passive candidates through networking, industry-specific databases, social media, job boards, and Advastar’s proprietary recruitment processes.
• Understand Client Needs: Partner with clients to gain a deep understanding of their culture, technical requirements, and staffing goals, ensuring perfect candidate matches.
• Screen & Assess: Conduct thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and evaluations to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit for niche roles in Energy, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, and Skilled Trades.
• Deliver Personalized Service: Provide individualized attention to clients and candidates through Advastar’s OnePoint Connect™ approach, acting as the main point of contact throughout the hiring process.
• Manage the Process: Coordinate interviews, facilitate offer negotiations, and handle onboarding logistics with efficiency and urgency.
• Build Networks: Leverage Advastar’s deep industry networks and your own relationship-building skills to expand our talent pool and strengthen client partnerships.
• Stay Industry-Savvy: Keep up-to-date on trends, certifications (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER, OSHA), and workforce challenges in our core industries to provide expert guidance.
• Drive Results: Meet and exceed recruitment targets by approaching every search with energy, creativity, and a focus on quality outcomes.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to connect with clients and candidates.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, curious, and team-oriented

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Jonathan Sternberg, P.C., a nationwide civil and criminal appellate practice based in Missouri, seeks an associate attorney for its Downtown Kansas City office.

We represent businesses and individuals in complex civil and criminal appeals and related litigation in state and federal courts throughout the country.

The associate's responsibilities will include compiling and analyzing trial and administrative records, researching legal issues, drafting appellate briefs and motions, assisting with hearings and oral arguments, and supporting other litigation matters as needed.

The position offers the opportunity to work extensively on appeals and related litigation, and to develop advanced research and writing skills in a demanding but collegial environment.

Ideal candidates should:

• have at least two years of litigation experience (judicial clerkships qualify)
• be licensed and in good standing in Missouri or Kansas
• possess excellent analytical, research, and writing skills
• demonstrate strong organizational and time-management ability
• be proficient in Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat

Experience with appellate litigation and criminal post-conviction proceedings is strongly preferred.

Starting salary with performance-based bonuses typically bring total compensation into the $120,000 range. The position also includes health and vision insurance, paid vacation, and a 401(k) plan after one year of employment.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and writing sample in searchable PDF format to: .

Materials not submitted in searchable PDF will not be considered.