Rsch Pro 1-Genetics/Cell Bio - Genetic and Chemical Determinants of Aging

The Researcher 1 will work with other lab members to characterize the effects of various genetic manipulations and chemical interventions on worm lifespan and heat stress resistance. In addition, the successful candidate will assist in optimization and validation of the machine-learning assay in other worm phenotypes.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

50% Strain maintenance & life history analysis
Maintain C. elegans strains, perform genetic crosses and characterize life history traits including but not limited to stress resistance and lifespan

20% Routine implementation and development of machine-learning based assays
Carry out compound screens for effects on heat stress resistance. Aid in the development and optimization of new machine-learning based assays.

10% Molecular biology
Use PCR for genotyping nematode strains and molecular cloning to generate genetic constructs for introduction into C. elegans

10% Record Keeping
Keep detailed records of all experiments and procedures in laboratory notebooks, databases, spreadsheets and web -based applications

10% Other lab duties assigned by Lab Manager

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required:
BA/BS or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.

Preferred:
Experience in genetics, molecular biology, computational biology and or coding would be advantageous.

Gill Laboratory:

The goal of the Gill Lab at the University of Minnesota is to understand the molecular mechanisms that underpin the basic biology of development and aging in the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans. The lab employs various genetic and chemical interventions to study their impact on the aging process. We have also recently developed a 96-well microplate-based assay for screening compounds that uses a machine learning approach to assess survival. We are collaborating with other researchers to adapt this technique for high-throughput screening of compounds against other worm phenotypes.

Pay Range: $20-22/hr, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

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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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