Job description:

Coordinates & conducts major research projects by developing, validating, implementing, and performing novel tandem mass spectrometric methods of varying complexity for a variety clinical trials and external contracts.  Analyzes, verifies, and organizes all data reported out of the laboratory, and routinely examines relevant literature in pursuit of ideas to improve processes.  Manages all daily lab operations, quality control, and personnel to ensure lab efficiency, quality, on-time data delivery, and that all standard operating procedures are being adhered to.  Prepares manuscripts for publication as well as presentations and posters for national & international study meetings.

Responsibilities

• 25% Coordinates & conducts major research projects by developing, validating, implementing, and performing novel tandem mass spectrometric methods of varying complexity for a variety clinical trials and external contracts.
• 20% Analyzes, verifies, and organizes all data reported out of the laboratory, and routinely examines relevant literature in pursuit of ideas to improve processes and develop assays.
• 15% Manages all daily lab operations, quality control, and personnel to ensure lab efficiency, quality, on-time data delivery, and that all standard operating procedures are being adhered to.
• 15% Oversees lab organization, maintenance, and space utilization, as well as hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising the work of other staff members.
• 20% Prepares manuscripts for publication as well as presentations and posters for national & international study meetings.
• 5% Orders supplies and ensures availability of appropriate resources so that projects are able to be completed within the proposed budgetary timeline.

The University of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

·         Competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

·         Low cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

·         Health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts

·         Excellent retirement plans with employer match

·         Disability and employer paid life insurance

·         Wellbeing program with reduced insurance premiums

·         Tuition reimbursement opportunities covering 75%-100% of eligible tuition

·         Student loan forgiveness opportunity

·         Opportunities for growth and promotion

·         Employee Assistance Program

For more information regarding benefits: https://humanresources.umn.edu/sites/humanresources.umn.edu/files/2021_tcd-fpa-75100-ben-0105-10_final.pdf

All required qualifications must be documented on application materials.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in physical science field
• In-depth knowledge and hands on experience in biological mass spectrometry, in particular methods and instrumentation for quantitative metabolomic and proteomic analysis.
• Proven track record of scientific publication and ability to work within a collaborative team that includes core facility staff and its users.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, detail orientated, independent and have excellent critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with Gmail, MS Word, and Excel
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in technologies related to biological MS (e.g. computational analysis of complex MS data, HPLC separations etc.).
• Hands on experience with LC-MS/MS instrumentation
• Supervisory experience