Research Professional 2

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,472 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

University of Minnesota in Saint Paul is seeking a Researcher in neuroscience to advance disease modeling using patient-derived iPSCs and mouse models. The role includes supporting day-to-day lab operations and collaborating with graduate students and post-docs under supervision.

This in-person, 40-hour-per-week Civil-Service position requires a BS/BA with two years experience (or equivalent). Lab experience with cell culture and rodent models is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires BS/BA degree plus two years of relevant experience or equivalent (6 years total).
• Preferred: cell culture experience and rodent models.

Responsibilities

• Research (80%): conduct molecular neuroscience research using iPSC and mouse models; plan experiments; analyze data and generate figures; work with rodents; work with tissue culture.
• Lab management (20%): order lab supplies; write and maintain biosafety and animal/human subject protocols; assist in overseeing lab operation.

Skills

Cell culture

Rodent models

Education

BS/BA degree + 2 years experience

Job description

About the Job

Position Summary: The Researcher will use a multi‑pronged approach, including biochemistry, CRISPR‑based genetic editing, gene expression analysis, proteomics, and imaging. The Researcher’s role will include supporting the day‑to‑day lab operation, working with graduate students and post‑docs, and carrying out research projects under supervision.

Work Schedule: In‑person, 5 days a week, and 40 hour a week.

Duties/Responsibilities

Research (80%):

• Conduct research in a molecular and cellular neuroscience/stem cell lab for disease modeling using patient‑derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) and novel mouse model.
• Plan and conduct experiments.
• Perform data analysis and generate figures.
• Work with rodents.
• Work with tissue culture.

Lab management (20%):

• Order supplies for the lab.
• Write and maintain biosafety and animal/human subject protocols.
• Assist in overseeing the lab operation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Holds a BS or BA degree plus two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience equal to at least 6 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

About the Department

Our research goals are to further our understanding of the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases and to identify novel pathways and targets for the development of therapy. In particular, we are interested in understanding the mechanisms of genetic risk variants and protective variants. We use induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from patients with Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of neurodegenerative diseases as our model system. To learn more about the Department of Neurology, please visit https://med.umn.edu/neurology.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $22.12/hr - $27/hr ; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

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

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

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.