Casual Nonexempt Research Associate - Department of Neuroscience

About the Job

Job Responsibilities

Histology/Neuropathology (50%)

Prepare, process, embed, cut, and stain human and animal tissue for pathological

analysis. Pathological quality of tissue stains and analysis is performed via microscopic

examination and various statistical software. Particular knowledge of brain anatomy,

morphology and function is required for this research.

Quantitative Neuropathological Analysis using the Microbrighfield Stereology System,

including the use of Area Fractionator, Optical Fractionator, and Spherical Probe

Analysis.

Provide written report on the project as well as provide oral presentations at laboratory

meeting.

Technical Support (25%)

Train/tutor laboratory staff and staff from other UofM laboratory on proper histological

techniques and the use of Histology equipment.

Train laboratory staff and staff from other UofM laboratories on the use of various

microscopes and the stereology system.

Attend annual histology meeting to maintain state of art knowledge on histology

approaches.

Maintain laboratory and ITN histology equipment, including but not limited to the MBF

Stereology system, paraffin processing equipment, cryostat, paraffin microtome, and

sliding microtome. The maintenance includes general local maintenance, ensuring

renewal of service contracts, local trouble shooting, and interactions with repair service

provider.

Histology Neuropathology Supervision (25%)

Directly train and supervise laboratory personnel (students, fellows and Researcher 1

and 2s) performing Neuropathological/histological studies in the laboratory. This

includes all histological analysis, including cutting of sections and staining, use of

histology equipment, including microtome and microscopes, and quantitative

neuropathological analysis using the stereology system.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required: BS Degree Biology/Anatomy/Histology and 2 years of related experience or a

combination of education and work experience to equal 6 years.

Preferred: MS Degree Biology/Anatomy/Histology

About the Department

The Department of Neuroscience is committed to providing excellence in research, education, and public service. The Department of Neuroscience is part of the University of Minnesotas Medical School. The Medical School and related healthcare professional schools are grouped under the Academic Health Center.

The Mission of the Department of Neuroscience

• Conduct outstanding neuroscience research.
• Be an educational resource to the Medical School and the University by providing neuroscience education to undergraduate, medical, dental, graduate, and post-graduate students.
• Provide leadership and be a focal point for the strengthening of neuroscience across the University by enhancing research, educational, and funding opportunities.
• Intentionally improve inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives and actively supporting historically marginalized researchers, students, and neuroscience community members.
• Provide a bridge for the transfer of advances in basic neuroscience into clinical practice with the goal of improving the health of the people of Minnesota.
• Enhance the understanding and appreciation of neuroscience by the people of Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $38.00/hour to $38.25/hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

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Diversity

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About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nations most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.