Apply for Job Job ID362636 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Researchers Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9742R5 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Researcher 5 - Department of Surgery - Banek Lab The laboratory of Dr. Chris Banek in the Department of Surgery seeks a highly motivated Researcher 5. About the Job: The Department of Surgery and the University of Minnesota is seeking a Researcher/Scientist 5 to join Dr. Christopher Banek's Cardiovascular Neurophysiology Research Laboratory. The Research Scientist will design, perform, and analyze electrophysiological studies for ongoing and future projects in Dr. Banek's lab, interact and coordinate activities with collaborating laboratories (domestically and internationally), and interface with laboratory personnel and participate in laboratory activities to integrate molecular and electrophysiological data acquisition. This researcher will initiate and drive the writing of peer-reviewed scientific articles or publications and develop and collaborate with Dr. Banek on new grant proposals for current and future projects. This research must also formulate and develop new techniques, methods, and apparatuses of ongoing and future electrophysiological research. Specific duties include: Principal Duties/Responsibilities: Collaborate with a team of interdisciplinary researchers to identify hypotheses, coordinate acquisition of electrophysiological and molecular data, develop and implement appropriate statistical analyses, summarize findings, draft manuscripts, participate actively in developing new grant proposals. Professionally corresponds with sponsors and principal investigators by phone and/or email (70%). Initiate and write grant proposals (internal and external) for ongoing and future research projects (10%). Initiate and write research articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Author and present results with PI at meetings or conferences (10%). Maintain safety and research oversight records, research protocol compliance (IACUC), order lab supplies, and other administrative duties as needed. Interact with laboratory and data managers on the measurement, quality control, and quality assurance of biological data. Leads and/or supervises lower-level staff (10%). Supervision: This position will be supervised primarily by Dr. Chris Banek. Qualifications Required Qualifications: * PhD (or equivalent) in electrophysiology, physiology, neuroscience, biophysics, or related fields, with one or more years of research training. * Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Minimum of 5 years of experience in whole-cell patch-clamp experimentation is required. * Biostatistical analyses in Graphpad Prism, or related statistical software, is required. * Minimum of 3-4 first-authored publications in electrophysiological studies is preferred. * Minimum of 1-2 years of managerial experience and research compliance oversight is preferred. About the Department Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery. To learn more about the Department of Surgery, please visit:https://med.umn.edu/surgery Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-see ing 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 Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. 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