Biochemistry Research Associate: Virus Entry in Cells

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Low-cost health plans

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Minnesota’s Lab in Dr. Fang Li’s pharmacology group seeks a lab professional to perform molecular biology and protein biochemistry experiments studying virus entry.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping and assisting lab operations. The position involves inventory management and ordering laboratory reagents, with a focus on safe, compliant workflows and contributing to vaccine/therapy research efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
• Minimum four years of related biology experience.
• Experience with molecular biology or protein biochemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology and protein biochemistry experiments to study virus entry into host cells under supervision.
• Keep detailed records of all experiments and procedures and assist with lab administrative duties.
• Monitor inventories of supplies and order common chemicals and reagents for the laboratory.

Skills

Molecular biology

Protein biochemistry

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

The University of Minnesota’s Lab in Dr. Fang Li’s pharmacology group seeks a lab professional to perform molecular biology and protein biochemistry experiments studying virus entry.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping and assisting lab operations. The position involves inventory management and ordering laboratory reagents, with a focus on safe, compliant workflows and contributing to vaccine/therapy research efforts.