Research Pro 3-Genetics/Cell Bio

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Education benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

PSLF eligibility

Wellbeing program

Transit benefits

Job summary

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, invites applications for a laboratory researcher to manage, oversee, and perform experiments (80%), including planning and executing immunohistochemistry (IHC) and analyzing results.

You will handle routine lab maintenance, mentor undergraduates, and coordinate materials; emphasis on accuracy, organization, and problem solving. Required BA/BS with years of relevant experience; pay range $54,000–$64,000 per year.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least four years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least eight years.
• Cell culture experience with immortalized cell lines, transfection, protein/antibody staining, cell separation, and virus-related work.
• Molecular work including cloning, transformation, DNA purification, digestion verification, PCR, and DNA extraction.
• Computer skills in R Studio, Microsoft Office, FileMaker Pro, bioinformatics tools, and Qualtrics.
• Personal traits: intensely curious, highly attentive to detail, driven through failure, love for organization.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments (e.g., immunohistochemistry).
• Perform IHC procedures and analyze results.
• Clean and maintain the research bench and common areas.
• Train undergraduates and supervise routine experiments.
• Order reagents and manage storage and labeling.

Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

PCR

Transfection

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS in a relevant field

Eight years combined education/experience

Tools

R Studio

Microsoft Office

FileMaker Pro

Bioinformatic analysis tools

Qualtrics

Job description

About the Job

Manage, oversee, and work on experiments (80%)

• Plan and execute experiments (e.g., immunohistochemistry [IHC])
• Perform IHC procedures and analyze results

Routine lab maintenance (10%)

• Clean and maintain the research bench and common work areas

Mentoring undergraduates (5%)

• Train undergraduate students in basic lab techniques (e.g., mini preps, PCR)
• Provide supervision and feedback during routine experiments

Materials acquisition and laboratory organization (as needed) (5%)

• Order reagents and other lab supplies
• Ensure proper storage and labeling of materials

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• BA/BS degree plus at least four years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least eight years.

Cell Culture:
Demonstrates experience with:

• Maintenance and transfection (DNA, mRNA, protein) of immortalized cell lines
• Protein/antibody staining and analysis (extra- and intracellular)
• Cell separation and isolation
• Virus titration and transduction

Molecular:
Demonstrates experience with:

• Molecular cloning
• Transformation
• DNA purification
• Digest verification
• PCR
• DNA extraction

Computer:
Demonstrates experience with:

• R Studio
• Microsoft Office
• FileMaker Pro
• Bioinformatic analysis tools (NCBI, ExPASy, etc.)
• Qualtrics

Personal:

• Intensely curious
• Highly attentive to detail
• Driven even through failure
• A love for organization and finding the simplest solutions to complex problems

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrates experience with:

• Mouse breeding
• PCR
• Genotyping

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $54,000 - $64,000/year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in 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

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.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

The University of Minnesota Medical School

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery. The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.