Research Pro 1

About the Position
The Department of Lab Medicine and Pathology, at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a full-time Researcher 1 position to assist with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia gene replacement mouse models. A successful candidate will be organized, work independently with minimal guidance, and have a desire to learn and master new techniques.

Responsibilities:
* 70% Molecular cloning/genomic engineering, DNA/RNA/Protein isolation, pcr, western blotting
* 10% Tissue Culture: media preparation, cell maintenance, expansion and cryopreservation
* 15% Mouse genotyping
* 5% General lab maintenance, solution preparation and safety compliance

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.\

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
* BS/BA in Molecular Biology, Biology or related field or a combination of education and experience to equal at least 4 years
* Previous experience working in a laboratory or research setting
* Excellent written and communication skills
* Ability to work well within the lab group and with collaborators

Preferred Qualifications
* Hands-on experience with molecular biology procedures (DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western blot)
* Database management.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Tissue culture experience
* Experience working with laboratory mice

Pay Range: $23.70 - 28.43/hr; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).