Apply for Job Job ID362009 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The Slosky lab studies the biological basis of addiction with the goal of identifying new treatments for stimulant and opioid use disorders. The lab uses a combination of biochemical, behavioral, and neuroimaging approaches to understand how neuropeptide receptors signal and how this signaling drives motivated behavior. 60% Laboratory Research: The successful candidate will work closely with lab members and the principal investigator to execute a variety of duties related to performing research experiments in cultured cells and with mice. These duties include maintaining mammalian cells in culture, conducting biochemicals assays, participating in experimental design, analyzing data and reviewing relevant literature. Additional responsibilities may include the handling of mice, mouse husbandry, mouse genotyping and behavioral testing. The candidate may also be responsible for perfusions, tissue processing, tissue imaging, and image analysis. Additional responsibilities include maintaining detailed and organized experimental records, managing data, and participating in data analysis, visualization, and presentation. 40% Laboratory Research Support: The candidate will be responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of common laboratory reagents and consumables, assisting in equipment maintenance, cleaning and sterilizing supplies, developing standard operating procedures, assisting with IACUC and IBC protocols, maintaining compliance with safety procedures (e.g., eye wash and cold room maintenance), participating in laboratory housekeeping and organization, and assisting with ordering. Qualifications Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. At least two years of college-level coursework focused on neuroscience, biology, psychology, biochemistry, or a related field. Willingness to with rodents in a research environment. Preferred Qualifications: Lab experience is preferred but not required. Relevant lab experiences include but are not limited to: behavioral assessments in rodents, aseptic surgery, transgenic mouse colony management, cell culture, BRET-based assays, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, microscopy, image analysis, and laboratory management. About the Department The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Minnesota is one of six basic science departments in the Medical School. The well-funded research programs of our primary faculty members focus on understanding and developing better treatments for cancer, addiction and the opioid crisis, cardiovascular disease, infectious disease, and metabolic syndrome. We also offer an undergraduate Pharmacology Minor, oversee the Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics Graduate Program (MPaT), teach fundamental principles of pharmacology to students in professional degree programs (MD, DDS, and MD/PhD), and provide individualized training experiences for our strong community of postdoctoral scholars. Our past trainees are now applying their skills to impactful careers in academia, medicine, industry, government, law, and regulatory oversight. We are proud of our role in preparing the next generation of scientists for rewarding careers in the health sciences and related professions, and for the various other ways we give back to our community. 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. 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