Rsch Pro 5-Research Lab

Position is for researcher in plant molecular biology. Primary responsibilities include conducting research under the supervision of the Professor. Researcher will be responsible for meeting goals associated with federal grants. Researcher will be expected to interact with and communicate well with other members of the research team. Researcher will assist with supervise a technician. Primary goals of current funding source is to develop RNA viral vectors to deliver genome editing reagents to enable heritable editing in Sorghum bicolor and other monocots.

65% Perform Research
Lead role in developing methods to make targeted mutations in plants using sequence-specific nucleases. Tasks include engineering of novel DNA binding domains and testing nuclease function in transgenic plants. Researcher will develop viral-based mutagenesis strategies in monocots. The plants will then be characterized molecularly to determine whether mutations have been introduced and the molecular nature of the mutations.

20% Design Experiments
Lead role in designing and troubleshooting experiments that are required to complete the grant objectives.

10% Prepare results for presentation
Publish results in major journals in the field and present at national and international meetings. The candidate will compile the data, prepare figures and incorporate them into a manuscript(s) describing the results and significance of work, and create posters and Powerpoint presentations for scientific meetings.

5% Archive data and materials
Document all experiments performed in the course of the study; archive all reagents and primary data generated; ensure that a full record of the work as well as all strains, clones and reagents are maintained.

Required/Essential Qualifications
Ph.D. in genetics, plant biology or related discipline, with one or more years of research training; extensive experience is required in molecular biological and biochemical methods; demonstrated ability to design research projects and publish results in a timely fashion.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supervising other researchers. Experience with Genome Engineering platforms and with viral delivery of genome engineering reagents.

GCD:

The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development (GCD) spans a broad spectrum of biological disciplines, including the storage and expression of information (genetics), its translation into the workings of individual cells (cell biology), and the assembly of cells into tissues and organ systems (development).

Our vision for the future of the department embraces three critical strategies: 1) integration of methods and ideas across disciplines, 2) collaborative projects that assemble the people required to achieve that integration, and 3) strategic use of model systems that provide the most powerful experimental access to important biological and medical problems. With our uniquely diverse expertise, these approaches allow us to build upon innovative basic science and to translate fundamental discoveries into direct benefits for society.

The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development (GCD) spans a broad spectrum of biological disciplines, including the storage and expression of information (genetics), its translation into the workings of individual cells (cell biology), and the assembly of cells into tissues and organ systems (development).

Our vision for the future of the department embraces three critical strategies: 1) integration of methods and ideas across disciplines, 2) collaborative projects that assemble the people required to achieve that integration, and 3) strategic use of model systems that provide the most powerful experimental access to important biological and medical problems. With our uniquely diverse expertise, these approaches allow us to build upon innovative basic science and to translate fundamental discoveries into direct benefits for society.

Pay Range: $48,927.67 - $62,225 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

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

The University 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
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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