Rsch Pro 2-Biochemistry / Assistant NMR Manager

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Tuition benefit program

Excellent retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Minnesota seeks an Assistant NMR Manager to support operations and maintenance of a multi-user core facility. The role involves training a diverse user base, overseeing eight primary spectrometers and six satellites, and coordinating satellite work across four buildings on campus.

Candidates should hold a BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry with NMR experience; MS/PhD preferred. The position includes participation in a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry plus at least 2 years relevant experience and a background in NMR spectroscopy, or a combination of education and relevant experience to equal at least 6 years.
• MS and/or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility operations for eight primary and six satellite spectrometers, including routine maintenance and troubleshooting (50% effort).
• Perform routine maintenance at satellite locations to ensure uptime and support departmental instruments.
• Provide orientation and training for new students/postdocs on Bruker and Agilent/Varian consoles, and assist with data processing and experimental design.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as documentation, safety audits, and inventory management (5% effort).

Skills

NMR spectroscopy

Troubleshooting hardware

User training

Documentation

Education

BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Bruker consoles

Agilent/Varian consoles

Cryogen handling

Job description

About the Job

Position Summary

The Minnesota NMR Center is seeking an Assistant NMR Manager tosupport the operation and maintenance of our multi-user corefacility. The MNMR currently houses eight high-field spectrometersand provides critical technical support to over 30 research groupsacross the University. Additionally, MNMR staff support theoperation of six additional NMR spectrometers in two otherdepartments housed in four buildings across campus. This role isessential for maintaining facility uptime, training a diverse userbase, and supporting satellite operations throughout the TwinCities campus.

Assistant Manager Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for both solid-state andsolution NMR instruments, acquiring and interpretingmultidimensional spectra for internal and external users, andproviding technical training and guidance to a diverse user baseacross 13 departments. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD inChemistry or Biochemistry with a strong technical background in NMRspectroscopy and a proactive approach to facility management.

Anticipated Duties & Responsibilities

• Facility Operations & Instrumentation (50% Effort) Perform weekly/bi-weekly liquid nitrogen and liquid helium fillsfor eight primary spectrometers and six satellite magnets. Assistin troubleshooting routine hardware and software issues. Assistwith monitoring and maintaining the helium recovery system andmanage the logistics of compressed gas cylinder swaps. Helpmaintain wet lab supplies and ensure clean and safe labenvironments.
• Satellite Facility Support (30% Effort) Travel to satellite locations (NHH, PWB, WDH, etc.) to performroutine maintenance and cryogen fills as part of the MNMR serviceagreement. Provide on-site technical support for departmentalinstruments managed by MNMR.
• User Training & Support (15% Effort) Perform orientation and basic training for new graduate students,postdocs, and PIs. Assist users with setting up specificexperiments on both Bruker and Agilent/Varian consoles. Assist theManager in processing routine samples for high-throughput screeningand metabolomics studies. Provide assistance to internal andexternal users with experimental design, setup, data processing,and interpretation of multidimensional NMR data for biological,chemical, and materials science applications.
• Administration (5% Effort) Assist with user documentation, billing logs, housekeeping, facility tours, and safety compliance audits. Ensure a clean, safe,and organized facility, including the equipment repair room andcomputer labs.

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be documented on applicationmaterials

Required Qualifications

BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry plus at least 2 years of relevantexperience and a Background in NMR spectroscopy, or a combinationof education and relevant experience to equal at least 6years.

Preferred Qualifications

MS and/or PhD

About the Department

The department of Biochemistry,Molecular Biology and Biophysics is committed to understanding themolecular mechanisms of metabolic diseases and cancer; developingnovel strategies in biocatalysis and biotechnology; and advancingknowledge through structural biology and molecular biophysics. We organize ourselves into research divisions with emphasis on Chemicaland Structural Biology , Metabolicand Systems Biology , MolecularBiology and SyntheticBiology and Biotechnology . We are housed in new buildings withstate-of-the‑art research and support facilities.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $25.00 ($52,000) - $30.00 ($62,400); depending oneducation/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type : Civil-Service & Non-Faculty LaborRepresented Staff

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

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package thatincludes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional trainingand 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 counselingat no cost
• Employee TransitPass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metroarea

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important tonote that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. Thisapproach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions ofeach candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of ourcommitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered toincoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversityand inclusion in enriching the employment experience of itsemployees and in supporting the academic mission. The University iscommitted to attracting and retaining employees with varyingidentities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to andopportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment withoutregard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteranstatus, 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 successfulcompletion of a background check. Our presumption is thatprospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminalconvictions do not automatically disqualify finalists fromemployment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among thelargest public research universities in the country, offeringundergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude ofopportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of oneof the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities,students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit fromextensive 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 byForbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employerfor Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026,we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awardsrecognition for employee appreciation and work‑lifeflexibility.