Apply for Job Job ID366016 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9546 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The postdoctoral position in the Larsen Lab is available immediately. The ideal candidate will have experience collecting ticks and/or live-trapping rodents in domestic and international settings. They will also have wet-lab experience and will be familiar with molecular biology techniques including: DNA and/or RNA extraction, PCR, and nanopore sequencing. Opportunities for collaborative research with University of Minnesota School of Public Health faculty focused on tick cell culture, genetic transformation of intracellular bacteria, and bacterial pathogen sequencing will also be made available. Responsibilities: 60% Research: work with lab group leadership on data production, analysis, and publication of specific research projects 20% Project management and communication: ensure project milestones are completed in a timely manner, oversee lab workflow and proactively forecast/communicate needs to lab group leadership 10% Data management and monitoring: oversee the organization, storage, and backup of datasets 10% Training: serve as a subject matter expert in the training of students and staff Qualifications Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree Minimum of 2 years laboratory experience in molecular biology and/or genetics Experience with nanopore sequencing Experience with quality control and interpretation of nanopore sequencing data Experience with writing technical reports, data analysis, and authoring or co-authoring peer-reviewed manuscripts Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $56,484.00 - 61,500.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and life insurance Employee wellbeing program Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost 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 be given 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. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements 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. About the U of M The University of Minnesota (UMN) is a state-of-the-art biomedical research enterprise. It is one of a handful of universities with colleges of agriculture, medicine, and technology on the same campus, and thrives on bringing together talented faculty from different fields to make fundamental discoveries in the biological and physical sciences, create new technologies, and find new treatments for disease. Science Watch ranked the University of Minnesota as one of the top 10 "Highest Impact U.S. Universities," and it ranks 6th in terms of revenue generation from university-based technologies. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, faculty, staff, and students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, inter ational corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. The UMN College of Veterinary Medicine, located on the St. Paul campus, provides a highly collaborative and innovative scientific environment that is ideally suited for professional growth of scientists. 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.