Research Professional - Department of Neuroscience

About the Job

70% In vitro experiments:
Make and maintain neuronal cultures;
Transfect the cultured neurons;
Perform electrophysiological recording of the neurons.
In vivo experiments:
Prepare hippocampal slices and record synaptic responses

20% Breeding and maintaining transgenic mice. Two transgenic mouse lines are currently maintained in Liao labs. The new hire will help breed and maintain these lines. Making brain slices or neuronal cultures

10% Daily lab duties:
Lab inspections. Maintaining records of lab safety and controlled substances. Scientific writing:
Participate in manuscript preparation as a co-author.

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials.

• Required: BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least 4 years.
• Experience breeding and maintaining transgenic mice.
• Experience maintaining lab safety and controlled substances records.
• Preferred: Experiences in animal surgeries, neuronal culturing or electrophysiology.

The Department of Neuroscience is committed to providing excellence in research, education, and public service. The Department of Neuroscience is part of the University of Minnesota's Medical School. The Medical School and related healthcare professional schools are grouped under the Academic Health Center.

The Mission of the Department of Neuroscience

Enhance the understanding and appreciation of neuroscience by the people of Minnesota.

Pay Range: $21.60/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 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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