"Post-Doctoral Associate"

About the Job

Design scientific protocols, carry out experiments, and interpret results (80%)

Disseminate findings by writing abstracts and manuscripts (10%)

Participate in writing applications for research grants (10%)

Qualifications

Required:

• Applicants must hold a PhD degree in a biological science and have a recent track record of publication of first author peer-reviewed manuscripts.

Preferred:

• Preference will be given to applicants with PhD degrees in Immunology (particularly Autoimmunity) and/or expertise in Vascular Biology, particularly the role of inflammation in the cardiovascular system.
• Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated expertise in developing scientific protocols, scientific writing, and outstanding letters of reference.
• Experience working with small animal models, flow cytometry, immunofluorescent microscopy, and analysis of transcriptomic data (e.g. scRNASeq) or similar large datasets is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $61,008- $68,964 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

How To Apply

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).