Research Professional 3 - Department of Microbiology and Immunology

The Langlois Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is hiring a Researcher 3 to join its team.

Coordinates research efforts for the laboratory including managing equipment, supply chains and personnel. Develops their own research projects performing experiments and analyzing data.

• 10% Independently perform molecular analyses (PCR, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, design and execution of molecular cloning, CRISPR cas, primer design)
• 10% Make standard laboratory reagents (PBS and other buffers, LB media, agar plates, DMEM, etc.)
• 10% Maintain tissue culture cell lines and primary cells
• 20% Support scientists in the laboratory and conducts investigation in an assigned area to aid in the solution of a research problem (standard virology techniques and applying new techniques as needed) and preparing data for publication
• 20% Manage day to day laboratory operations (shipping and receiving, ordering supplies, inventory, supervising undergraduate student workers). Ensure that the lab is properly stocked and clean. Oversee the use of laboratory equipment, provide training and maintain equipment as needed.
• 20% Independent research and the discretion of the principal investigator. Includes data analysis and preparation of manuscripts
• 10% Other duties as assigned

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree with a major in a biomedical science (Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc), plus at least four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant research experience to equal at least eight years.
* At least two years of full time research experience
* Experience with tissue culture
* Experience with primary human lung cell cultures
* Experience in molecular cloning

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* At least one year of experience in computational biology or bioinformatics
* Experience with flow cytometry and/or fluorescence microscopy
* Experience mentoring/managing undergraduate student workers

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a community of scholars committed to discovering and disseminating knowledge about the microbial world. Our interests and expertise encompass some of the most exciting areas of contemporary microbiology and immunology, ranging from the physiology and development of microorganisms, the molecular pathogenesis of infections, and fundamental aspects of immunity.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $32.00/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-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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