Metabolomics Core Research Technologist (Limited Tenure)

Mayo Clinic•Brainerd, MN

21h•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to analyze biological samples submitted by basic and clinical investigators in accordance with their research protocols. This work involves the use of a variety of analytical methods and techniques on GC-MS and LC-MS platforms to generate high-quality metabolomics data for research studies. This is a limited tenure position that has been approved for one year that may have the possibility of extension or turning into a regular position.

Requirements

Ability to analyze biological samples using GC-MS and LC-MS platforms.
Proficiency in performing routine and established lab procedures.
Skill in data collection, entry, summarization, and basic statistical analysis.
Ability to prepare tables, charts, and graphs.
Willingness to present at research laboratory meetings.
Ability to contribute to the writing of manuscripts.
Ability to work under supervision and perform some assignments independently.

Responsibilities

Sets up and performs routine and established lab procedures in support of lab goals, grant commitments, i.e. assays, cell/tissue culture, animal studies, etc.
Monitors results, reports unusual outcomes and suggests modifications.
Collects, enters and summarizes data.
Assists in the maintenance of lab equipment and supplies.
Performs basic statistical data analysis; prepares tables/charts/graphs and assists in organizing data.
Presents at research laboratory meetings and contributes to writing of manuscripts.
Works under supervision and may perform some assignments independently as discussed and approved by Principal Investigator.
Analyze biological samples submitted by basic and clinical investigators in accordance with their research protocols.
Use of a variety of analytical methods and techniques on GC-MS and LC-MS platforms to generate high-quality metabolomics data for research studies.