Temporary Researcher
About The Job
This position will study targeted therapy for breast cancer growth and metastasis. Ongoing research projects in the laboratory include the study of growth factor signaling in regulating growth and metastasis of breast cancer, to study the effect of signaling inhibitors and on biology and metastasis of breast cancer. Experience in working with insulin receptor targeted drug is required. This will be a short term position.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline and work experience related to the job totaling at least four years’ experience in combination.
- Experience with cell culture of MCF-7L, MDA-MB-231, MDA-MB-468, and Hs578T cell lines and western blotting to evaluate the role of insulin receptor targeted drugs in triple negative breast cancer.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interest in models of cancer biology and use of modern molecular biology techniques.
- Reliability, attention to detail, motivation, ability to follow protocols, work independently, and multi-task.
Preferred Experience
- Demonstrated technical ability in biochemical and analytical assays.
- Ability to read and evaluate scientific papers; write up scientific results and contribute to editing manuscripts.
- Strong computer and organizational skills.
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $20.26/hr ; depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.
How To Apply
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About University Of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.