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Post-Doctoral Associate
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Post-Doctoral Associate
Full Job Description
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DVM) in biology, molecular biology, microbiology, or immunology plus previous research experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Dissertation and/or post-doctoral research experience in virology, immunology, microbiology, or reproductive biology.
The Bierle Lab is hiring for a new, NIH-funded research project studying viral pathogenesis in the placenta and during pregnancy. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct experiments using in vitro and in vivo models of placental infection. Duties will include mammalian tissue culture, experimental virology, transcriptome analyses, and immunologic assays. Prior experience with techniques such as flow cytometry, nucleic acid extraction and quantification, western blotting, ELISA, and next generation sequencing is desirable. Proficiency with computers is essential as the use of office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point, and specialized scientific software, including Geneious and GraphPad Prism, will be a part of daily duties. The successful candidate will also be expected to assist with laboratory management and administrative tasks. This position will report to Dr. Craig Bierle of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
70% Experiment design and execution.
15% Data analysis and manuscript preparation.
15% Lab management and administration.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax
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.
Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DVM) in biology, molecular biology, microbiology, or immunology plus previous research experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Dissertation and/or post-doctoral research experience in virology, immunology, microbiology, or reproductive biology.
The Bierle Lab is hiring for a new, NIH-funded research project studying viral pathogenesis in the placenta and during pregnancy. The successful applicant will be expected to conduct experiments using in vitro and in vivo models of placental infection. Duties will include mammalian tissue culture, experimental virology, transcriptome analyses, and immunologic assays. Prior experience with techniques such as flow cytometry, nucleic acid extraction and quantification, western blotting, ELISA, and next generation sequencing is desirable. Proficiency with computers is essential as the use of office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point, and specialized scientific software, including Geneious and GraphPad Prism, will be a part of daily duties. The successful candidate will also be expected to assist with laboratory management and administrative tasks. This position will report to Dr. Craig Bierle of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
70% Experiment design and execution.
15% Data analysis and manuscript preparation.
15% Lab management and administration.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to comply with the University’s Administrative Policy: COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or religious reasons. To learn more please visit: https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/get-the-vax
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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