Post-Doctoral Associate

Myana; Minnesota; On-site; USD 63,480 - 77,076; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Professional training

Medical/dental/pharmacy plans

HSA contributions

Wellbeing program

Financial counseling

Counseling sessions

Job summary

University of Minnesota seeks a highly motivated Post‑Doctoral Associate to study neurodegenerative disease mechanisms using patient‑derived iPSCs in a cutting‑edge neuroscience/stem cell lab. The candidate should have a PhD and hands-on experience in cell culture and animal models.

You will work on CRISPR editing, gene expression analyses, proteomics, and advanced imaging, contributing to target discovery and understanding pathophysiology within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Holds a Ph.D.
• Experience with cell culture.
• Experience working with rodent models.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular and cellular neuroscience/stem cell research for disease modeling using patient-derived iPSCs.
• Apply a multi-pronged approach including biochemistry, CRISPR editing, gene expression analysis, mouse genetics, proteomics, and advanced imaging.

Skills

Cell culture

Rodent models

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated recent or pending MD and/or PhD graduate to work in a molecular and cellular neuroscience/stem cell lab for disease modeling using patient‑derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC). The ideal candidate will have experience in cell culture, rodent models, biochemical, molecular and cellular biological techniques in neuroscience or stem cell biology.

Work Schedule

In‑person, 5 days a week, and 40 hours a week.

Duties / Responsibilities

As a Post‑Doctoral Associate, you will work in a molecular and cellular neuroscience/stem cell lab for disease modeling using patient‑derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC). Our research focuses on understanding the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases and identifying novel therapeutic targets, particularly around protein misfolding, extracellular vesicles, and disease propagation.

You will apply a multi‑pronged approach that includes biochemistry, CRISPR genetic editing, gene expression analysis, mouse genetics, proteomics, and advanced imaging. The University of Minnesota provides an excellent environment for stem cell and neurodegeneration research, hosting the University Stem Cell Institute and the N. Bud Grossman Center for Memory Research and Care.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Holds a Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cell culture.
• Experience working with rodent models.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $63,480 - $77,076; depending on education/qualifications/experience

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributionsDisability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu