Research Professional 2 - Genetics/Cell Biology HOT Division

About the Job:
This position is within the laboratory of Manish Patel and Robert Kratzke at the University of Minnesota, Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation. The employee will work under on designing and conducting experiments and analyzing data related to lung cancer and mesothelioma research in animals and humans. The position will predominantly involve laboratory research. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge late pre-clinical cancer research with a goal of developing candidate therapeutics for clinical translation. The employee will work in a collaborative environment with other members of the lab and interdisciplinary collaborators. Responsibilities will be carried out with instruction, guidance and direction from supervisor.

Research activities (90%)
Design and conduct complex laboratory experiments related to human and murine models of lung cancer and mesothelioma, and troubleshoot issues and determine solutions; optimize methods, and interpret results.
o Perform cell culture and maintain cell lines used in experiments.
o Independently Design experiments, including those utilizing animal models, and troubleshoot
o Assist with animal handling, including administration of drugs and other treatments.
o Have some degree of schedule flexibility to perform experiments requiring evening or weekend treatment of animals.
o Develop, conduct and analyze flow cytometry experiments and immunoblots.
o Perform DNA and RNA extraction from blood and tissue samples.
o Attend laboratory meetings and present research findings.
o Collect, organize, and analyze experiment data from laboratory experiments.
o Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory activities.
o Collaborate with other researchers and laboratory staff to achieve research goals, including contributing to the planning and design of experiments.
o Communicate regularly with team members to share data, troubleshoot experiments, and coordinate tasks.
o Contribute and assist with the preparation of scientific papers, presentations and posters.
o Assist and develop skills in grant writing.

Clinical Research (10%)
o May be able to help with clinical data collection for clinical research projects.

Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) plus at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and work experience to equal 6 years.
* Previous experience working in a laboratory; laboratory techniques, including cell culture and flow cytometry.
* Previous experience handling laboratory animals.

This position will require 5 days per week onsite on campus.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong organizational and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to design and conduct laboratory experiments
o Attention to detail and the ability to accurately record and analyze data.
o Ability to work in a dynamic team environment, collaborating effectively with other members of the laboratory.

Pay Range: $41,600 - $69,264; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 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

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About the U of M 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.