Position Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

1) Experimental Design, Execution, and Analysis - 70%
Consult on protocols and experimental design to test optimized RNAi constructs in the phenotypic assays.
Guide the development of RNAi reagents and engineered microbes.
Conduct regular meetings with supervisor to discuss the progress of experimental results and progress updates.
Monitor technological developments and suggest alternative methods and protocols.
Develop new methods and protocols or modify existing protocols.
Independently troubleshoot experiments, processes, and instruments.
Accurately collect, analyze and interpret data.
Evaluate and clearly communicate experimental results.
Keep detailed records of experiments, of sufficient quality to allow publication of results and full reproduction of experiments.
Ensure that data and research materials are organized, maintained, and archived when appropriate, ensuring future access.
Coordinate experiments with other staff members.
Work collaboratively with other staff and researchers.
Perform multiple complex scientific procedures effectively, efficiently and independently.
Operate all specialized instrumentation and technologies to meet project specifications on time.

2) Write research progress reports, presentations, and publications - 20%
Aid in preparation of quarterly, annual, interim, and final progress reports and other status updates for the funding agency.
Assist with data analysis, organization, and the preparation of presentations and publications.

3) Supervise and Mentor - 10%
Supervise and mentor, as needed, undergraduate, graduate students, junior scientists and postdocs working on related research projects.

The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) and the University of Minnesota Genomics Center (UMGC) endorses a âœwork with flexibility❠approach that offers a welcoming and flexible work environment where everyone is inspired to do their best. Work location options include working fully remote, partially remote, or entirely in the office and are based on the work of the position. Some on-site work may be necessary for certain positions, even those designated as fully remote.

This position has been designated as eligible for Flexible Work Profile 3. Profile 3 is expected to work remotely more than 50% of the time. Collaborative or shared on campus work space to be provided while on campus. The University of Minnesota Genomics Center management retains the right to modify flexible work arrangement agreements on a temporary or permanent basis for any reason at any time.

Appointment Percent:  50%
Term and Type of Appointment: 12-Months, Annually Renewable, Professional & Administrative
Hours:  Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. (The exact time worked is flexible. Typical shifts are around 3-4 hours.).

Physical and Environmental Requirements: Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Required Qualifications
Advanced degree with substantial research and publication record.
Major in science with focus in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, cancer biology, or related science field. At least one year of research training in related field including zebra mussels. Experience in a laboratory environment with a background in genomic research and/or high-throughput methodologies. Demonstrated experience in research and/or project management as well as data analysis. Ability to follow oral directions and written protocols precisely, independently motivated, able to manage time and meet deadlines, strong communication skills, meticulous organizational skills, reliability and accountability of work. Expertise in cellular and molecular biology techniques. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Extensive molecular biology laboratory experience including working under BSL2 plus conditions. Experience with writing manuscripts and/or grants. Record of presenting research results through publications and conference abstracts. Deep and broad experience with and knowledge of aquatic invasive species. Rigorous and scrupulous attention to experimental detail. Ability to think creatively about scientific problems. Experience in bio-informatic analysis and statistical analysis of experimental data.
 

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