Research Pro 1-Biochemistry Medical School

Primary responsibilities:
Specific technical/bench-work research (60%):
Bench work, including, cell culture, qPCR and western.
Independent data analysis and presentation of final results
Keep detailed records of all experiments and procedures in laboratory notebooks, databases, spreadsheets, and web-based applications.

General laboratory management duties (30%):
Prepare media, enzymes, and solutions under sterile conditions in large quantities.
Work under the Lab Manager and graduate student, to manage day to day laboratory operations by coordinating shipping and receiving, ordering supplies, inventory updates and general laboratory organization
Follow established biological, chemical and physical safety procedures and train new personnel

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years
- Willingness and ability to work with mice in research

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in genotyping and tissue culture work
- Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills; comfort in working in a team

About iBAM
The University of Minnesota's Institute on the Biology of Aging and Metabolism is an interdisciplinary team aimed at advancing research on the fundamental biology of aging. Our goal is to discover ways to therapeutically target aging, which will extend healthspan.

Pay Range: $20 - 21/hr; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

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

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