Membrane Protein Research Scientist – Cell Culture

The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, Alam Laboratory in Austin, Minnesota seeks a laboratory position to support mammalian cell culture, recombinant protein production and purification, and biochemical characterization.

The role includes planning experiments, optimizing expression, purifying membrane-protein targets, and contributing to data analysis, figures, and publications. On-site work in the Austin campus with emphasis on reproducibility and laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in mammalian cell culture and recombinant protein production.
• Strong skills in protein purification and biochemical assays.
• Ability to design experiments and interpret data.
• Experience maintaining documentation and lab records.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize mammalian expression experiments for research projects.
• Develop and evaluate expression conditions.
• Troubleshoot cell culture and protein-expression problems.
• Train staff in cell culture and expression methods.
• Coordinate sample preparation and data analysis.
• Contribute to figures, methods, and publications.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Protein expression

Protein purification

Biochemical characterization

Cryo-EM sample prep

Laboratory troubleshooting

Job description

The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, Alam Laboratory in Austin, Minnesota seeks a laboratory position to support mammalian cell culture, recombinant protein production and purification, and biochemical characterization.

The role includes planning experiments, optimizing expression, purifying membrane-protein targets, and contributing to data analysis, figures, and publications. On-site work in the Austin campus with emphasis on reproducibility and laboratory operations.