Position located in Rochester, MN

Responsibilities of the Research Associate-Cell Biology and Immunology:

• Entry level position which requires execution of experiments under supervision, with an opportunity to grow as an independent scientist.
• Maintain mammalian cell lines in culture and isolate primary cells from whole blood and other tissues.
• Perform transfection and infection of cell culture with different viral and non-viral vectors.
• Perform ELISA and cell based assays.
• Perform basic cloning, plasmid, RN and gDNA isolation.
• Collaborate with other team members to advance cross-functional scientific projects and standardize adoption of new scientific techniques.
• Following an onboarding period, the candidate will perform experimental research under supervision and in close collaboration with the rest of the scientific team.

Requirements of the Research Associate-Cell Biology and Immunology:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry or related field.
• Proof of laboratory experience.
• Must have experience with eukaryotic cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to work and learn in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.