Biomaterials Lab Research Specialist (Part-Time)

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Minnesota seeks a part-time, temporary Biomedical Engineering staff member to perform benchwork and assist with biochemical experiments on polymeric materials and implantable devices at the East Bank Minneapolis campus.

The role involves data analysis, report drafting, and lab organization while supervising student workers as needed. A Bachelor’s in biomedical engineering or related field with relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering or related field with 2 years of related work experience OR equivalent combination of education and work experience to equal six (6) years.
• Experience with polymer degradation, enzymatic digestion, cell and tissue processing, analysis of embolic agents, chemical analysis including solvent extraction, filtration, rotaevaporation, UV-vis spectroscopy, quantification of chemical compounds and immunoactive drugs; mechanical and rheological analysis of materials; statistical analysis;

Responsibilities

• 75% Laboratory benchwork including materials processing, analysis and tissue/cell assays.
• Primary work will be to conduct benchtop wet chemical, biochemical, and biomedical engineering experiments involving polymeric materials, drugs, embolic agents, implantable devices, biological cells and tissues.
• 25% Data analysis and drafting and presenting progress reports.
• Data analysis and drafting and presenting research progress reports.
• Help with maintaining research lab supplies and equipment.
• Assist with preparation and organization of research posters and manuscripts and aid in research protocol writing and compliance.
• Supervise and direct undergraduate student workers, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory benchwork

Biochemical assays

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering

Tools

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Image analysis software

Graphing tools

Job description

University of Minnesota seeks a part-time, temporary Biomedical Engineering staff member to perform benchwork and assist with biochemical experiments on polymeric materials and implantable devices at the East Bank Minneapolis campus.

The role involves data analysis, report drafting, and lab organization while supervising student workers as needed. A Bachelor’s in biomedical engineering or related field with relevant experience is required.