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Apply for Job Job ID361890 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 Duties and Responsibilities: This role involves a range of responsibilities, including supporting ongoing research projects by maintaining and culturing various cell lines, managing rat colonies, preparing tissue slices, performing histology and fluorescent imaging, and overseeing day-to-day lab operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: -Performing routine cell culture maintenance, including passaging, subculturing, and freezing/thawing of cell lines. -Monitoring cell cultures for growth, viability, and contamination. -Preparing media and reagents necessary for cell culture experiments. -Assisting researchers in setting up and conducting cell-based assays and experiments. -Maintaining accurate records of cell culture activities and experimental protocols. -Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols and standard operating procedures. -Collaborating with team members to troubleshoot issues related to cell culture and experiment execution. -Contributing to the overall organization and cleanliness of the cell culture facility. -Maintenance of rat colonies -Preparation of standard solutions and management of lab supplies -Proficiency in carrying out experimental procedures -Conducting histology experiments, including tissue preparation, cryosectioning, staining, and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence Qualifications Required qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with related experience, previous laboratory experience Preferred qualifications: Experience in maintaining and culturing various cell lines, managing rat colonies, preparing tissue slices, performing histology and fluorescent imaging About the Department This position is located in the Department of Neurosurgery. 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, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). 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 ith 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.