Details
Posted: 03-May-24
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Salary: 39,977.60 - 95,992.00
Categories:
Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number: 361093
About the Job:
Dr. Lou currently has active projects in cellular and molecular biology of several solid tumor types. The Lou Lab is expanding; this position has been developed in order to meet needs for new and exciting projects that include extensive use of in vitro and in vivo cancer models.
Research (80%)
⢠Conduct studies in the tumor microenvironment and/or tumor immunology. Handling clinical samples and ability to lead and perform molecular biology research.
⢠Define and execute experiments in cellular and molecular biology of cancer in find solutions to research problems.
⢠Write reports on findings and communicate with PI.
⢠Extensive experience in cell culture techniques, generating cell lines, cloning and site-directed mutagenesis, routine procedures including DNA/RNA isolation and PCR, flow cytometry/FACS, immunoassays, western blotting.
⢠Ability to manage a research laboratory, including ordering lab supplies and day to day maintenance of lab culture.
⢠Design and manage lab research schedule, monitor findings, document and alter as needed.
⢠Microscopy responsibilities.
Writing (5%)
Take on the lead or supportive role in drafting and publishing of research results in peer reviewed journals, and portions of grant proposals for submission for funding.
⢠Complete applications for all required approvals for research projects such as Animal Usage Application, Institutional Review Board protocol, and Use of Infectious Agents Form.
⢠Provide detail reports on laboratory research projects to PI as directed.
Training (10%)
⢠Assist and train graduate and undergraduate students, and postdoctoral fellows, on a daily basis under the direction of the Principal Investigator. Oversee Trainees in the Lou Research Lab. Supervise students in the lab as needed.
Lab Management (5%)
⢠Overseeing and contributing to general maintenance and cleanliness of the lab.
⢠Ordering supplies as needed and proactively based on anticipated short-term and long-term needs for the entire lab.
⢠Reporting issues proactively to the lab PI in a timely and effective manner.
Required Qualifications:
⢠BS/BA degree in Biological sciences with a specialization in cellular and/or molecular biology of cancer and two years of experience or a combination of education and work experience to equal six years
⢠Previous experience working in an academic laboratory research setting (minimum of two years).
⢠Experience in cell culture techniques, generating cell lines, cloning and site-directed mutagenesis, routine procedures including DNA/RNA isolation and PCR, flow cytometry/FACS, immunoassays, Western blotting, or a reasonable combination of the above.
Preferred Qualifications:
⢠Masters degree or PhD in Biological sciences with a specialization in cellular and/or molecular biology of cancer
⢠Experience working in and managing a research laboratory, including ordering lab supplies, overseeing trainees, and general day to day maintenance of lab culture.
⢠Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems.
⢠Experience with handling clinical samples and ability to perform molecular biology research.
⢠Experience and proficiency in mouse handling, long-term sterile tissue culture and cell-based analysis, processing and documenting human tissue samples for biobanking.
⢠Experience in microscopy and FACS data analysis.
⢠Experience with image analysis and statistical software.
⢠Proficiency in Western blotting/immunoblotting.
⢠Knowledge of nucleic acid expression analysis and associated experimental procedures.
⢠Knowledge of sterile cell culture.
⢠Strong interpersonal skills including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
⢠Willingness to learn and develop new techniques and approaches.
⢠Excellent organization skills and strong record keeping abilities.
⢠Good to excellent proficiency with data analysis and thorough preparation of results for interpretation and publication, including use of GraphPad Prism and Adobe Photoshop.
⢠Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
⢠Ability to follow detailed protocols and standard operating procedures.
Create a Job Alert for Similar Jobs
About University of Minnesota Twin Cities
The University of Minnesota, founded in the belief that all people are enriched by understanding, is dedicated to the advancement of learning and the search for truth; to the sharing of this knowledge through education for a diverse community; and to the application of this knowledge to benefit the people of the state, the nation, and the world.
Connections working at University of Minnesota Twin Cities
More Jobs from This Employer
https://main.hercjobs.org/jobs/20058990/researcher-3-hematology-oncology-and-transplantation
Return to Search Results