Researcher 1

Job description:
Performs research laboratory assignments, routine and limited in nature, in accordance with established practices and procedures.
Machines and equipment used: Laboratory equipment, tools and apparatus such as incubators, microscopes, balances, centrifuges, cryostat, PCR machine etc., computer and/or peripheral equipment

Responsibilities
75% technical duties:
* Tissue culture experiments (culturing and maintaining cells)
* Western blotting
* PCR analysis
* Handling animal colony and genotyping
* Assisting in developing new methods
* Frozen tissue sectioning
* Slide staining and scanning
* Other related duties as required

25% general laboratory duties
* Reagent preparation
* Calibrating pH meter, monitoring CO2 tanks, filling LN2 tanks
* Dish washing and autoclaving
* Unpacking orders

Other related duties as required.

This job is onsite on the East Bank.

Comp range: $22.75 - 25.00/hr

All required qualifications must be documented on the application material(s).

Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS in sciences and mathematics or equivalent combination or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.
* Excellent attention to detail
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
* Ability to learn quickly
* Ability to organize and prioritize work and follow through on assignments
* Dependable

Preferred Qualifications:
* Previous laboratory experience
* Experience working with mice

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also 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

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

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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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.

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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.

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