Research Technologist - Neurology/Neurosurgery

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Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
  
  

Responsibilities

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc. Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications. Collects, enters and summarizes data. Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies. Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data. Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts. Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.

The Regenerative Neuroimmunology Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated a Research Technologist to work in a multi-disciplinary area of regenerative medicine, immunology, and neuroscience. The Mayo Clinic is a world leading institution with a focus on patient care, research, and education. This creates a unique environment where clinicians, scientist, allied health staff, and business professionals work together to improve care for patients through cutting edge translational research.

The person in this position will be responsible for routine lab management and for tissue processing, embedding, and sectioning. The person will also assist/perform surgeries and behavioral testing using a rodent spinal cord injury model. Skills in molecular biology and flow cytometry is an asset.

Duties

The candidate will set up and perform routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. sectioning, animal studies, etc. Other duties include:

• Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications.
• Collects, enters and summarizes data.
• Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.
• Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/chars/graphs and assists in organizing data.
• Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts.
• Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.
  
  

The Regenerative Neuroimmunology Laboratory research focuses on understanding how combinatorial therapies that promote regeneration through modulation of the inflammatory response are used to improve functional recovery following spinal cord injury. The laboratory is particularly focused on discovering synergies between different therapies using novel biomaterials, cells, small molecules, electrical stimulation and rehabilitation with the aim to target multiple features of spinal cord injury pathophysiology. To achieve this, the laboratory focuses on cell and gene therapies to deliver immunomodulatory compounds; novel biomaterial designs to deliver cells and drugs to promote regeneration; combination of regenerative and neuromodulatory approaches to promote plasticity, regeneration and immunomodulation; and machine learning approaches to analyze histologic and immunohistologic images to advance data collection in neuroscience.

Qualifications

Requires bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, other relevant science, or an associates degree with 6 years of relevant laboratory experience. Must exhibit a solid understanding of lab techniques, equipment, and safety. Must have the ability to organize and carry out laboratory techniques independently and in a team setting. Experience with basic data analysis is required. This position requires demonstrated writing skills.

Preferred BA in Neuroscience or Regenerative Medicine. Experience in histology, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, as well as animal work is highly desirable.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.; $27.44-41.16/ hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Weekend Schedule

none

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Recruiter

Jill Squier