Cardiothoracic Researcher: Outcomes & Lab Science

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Tuition support

Job summary

University of Minnesota in Saint Paul seeks a basic science and clinical outcomes researcher to support clinical outcomes research in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Division. The role involves handling tissue/cell cultures, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis, contributing to SOPs, and maintaining detailed experimental records.

The position requires a Bachelor's in natural science with laboratory experience; lifting 50 lbs and PPE use are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural science with at least two years related experience in animal sciences, biological sciences, biomedical engineering or related health sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 1 year of experience with basic laboratory assays and molecular biology techniques.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and sit/stand for long periods.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical outcomes research in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Division working with databases related to cardiac surgery procedures (50%).
• Perform experiments related to chronic myocardial ischemia, including tissue/cell culture, proteomic analysis, and molecular biology techniques.
• Perform data analysis of molecular biology assays and imaging data; maintain organized data spreadsheets in Excel.
• Contribute to scientific writing and presentations; present data at weekly lab meetings and assist in manuscript/grant preparation.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University of Minnesota in Saint Paul seeks a basic science and clinical outcomes researcher to support clinical outcomes research in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Division. The role involves handling tissue/cell cultures, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis, contributing to SOPs, and maintaining detailed experimental records.

The position requires a Bachelor's in natural science with laboratory experience; lifting 50 lbs and PPE use are expected.