Rsch Pro -Biochemistry

About the Job

This position is available in Dr. Fang Li's lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. The lab's research focuses on the cell entry mechanisms of viruses with pandemic potential, including coronaviruses, filoviruses, and others, as well as developing drugs and vaccines to block viral entry. The lab uses structural and biochemical approaches to achieve these goals, without growing or handling the viruses themselves.

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This position is available in Dr. Fang Li's lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Minnesota Medical School. The lab's research focuses on the cell entry mechanisms of viruses with pandemic potential, including coronaviruses, filoviruses, and others, as well as developing drugs and vaccines to block viral entry. The lab uses structural and biochemical approaches to achieve these goals, without growing or handling the viruses themselves.

To learn more about Dr. Li's research, please visit  .

70% - Perform molecular biology and protein biochemistry experiments to study virus entry into host cells using established procedures and guidelines under general supervision.

20% - Keeping detailed records of all experiments and procedures in lab and assist with various administrative duties related to the functioning of the laboratory.

10% - Monitoring inventories of supplies and ordering common chemicals and reagents for the laboratory.

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials

Bachelor’s degree in biology or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years in related biological science fields

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.

Pay Range: $23.08 - $25.00; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type
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Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking 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…