Researcher 2 - Hematology, Oncology & Transplantation

About the Job

About the Job:

80%. Conduct, oversee, and analyze data from multiple experiments, including:

• Isolation and culture of primary murine T-cells, including Regulatory T-cells

• Retroviral transduction and generation of chimeric antigen receptor T-cells/Regulatory

T-cells

• Conduct in vitro and in vivo functional assays to assess chimeric antigen receptor T-

cell/Regulatory T-cell function

• Phenotypic and functional assessment of cultured/modified T cells by flow cytometry

• Culture and maintain stocks of primary murine tumor cells lines

• Management of experimental animals and injection/ harvest of

tissues from animal models

• Teach and supervise culture techniques

• Accurately records experiments and results

• Routine lab maintenance

20%. Lab management and maintenance, including waste removal, supply inventory, as

well as other day-to-day laboratory cleanliness activities

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS with major in biological science plus one year of experience, or equivalent combination education and experience to total five years.

• Experience with routine lab tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working with laboratory animals (preferably mice)

• Prior experience in the field of Immunology

• Prior experience with purification of primary cells (mouse or human)

• Flow cytometry experience, including antibody staining, compensation and data acquisition

• Proficiency with cell counting utilizing a hemacytometer

• Strong cell culture experience, including tumor lines and primary mouse cells

• Prior experience maintaining accurate documentation of procedures and experimental data from projects in logical and organized manner

• Experience reporting effectively on the progress and direction of individual projects

• Ability to initiate and process multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also 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

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

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About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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.

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About the U of M Medical School:

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations.

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.