Research Professional 2 - Cardiovascular Garry Lab
About the Job
45% Mouse Colony Oversight
- Regulatory compliance
- Management of a breeding colony
- Oversight of mouse use in the laboratory
- Keeping detailed records
- Managing a complex mouse-breeding colony with various genetic backgrounds
- Performing genotyping of genetically modified mice
- Supervising other laboratory staff
- Interacting effectively with lab members and veterinary staff to ensure high standards of care, organization, and regulatory compliance
Cell Culture
- Culture of human and macaque iPSCs
- Derivation of iPSC lines
- Maintain iPSC lines in pluripotent states (naïve and primed)
- Induce lineage differentiation of iPSCs
- Maintain all records related
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with a major in biological science or related field plus at least two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant research experience to equal at least six years
- Experience managing a mouse-breeding colony
- Experience genotyping mice
- Experience managing regulatory processes related to the use of rodents in research
- Experience with derivation and maintenance of hiPSCs
- Ability and motivation to perform careful, conscientious, and highly organized work
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors
- Ability to interpret, follow, and develop written experimental protocols and document work
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $42,000 - $69,264; 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.
- 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
How To Apply
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Diversity
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Employment Requirements
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