Research Laboratory Tech Senior/Research Lab Tech Intermediate

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The principal investigator is a physician-scientist whose lab is dedicated to the study of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) using a combination of human genetics, cell culture systems, and animal models including mice and zebrafish. Two-year commitment is preferred. 

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Microinjection, manipulation, and characterization of zebrafish embryos
• Breeding and genotyping of mice and zebrafish
• Routine mouse handling and manipulation including ear tagging for identification and tail clipping for genotyping
• Molecular biology techniques (RNA and DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA cloning, etc.)
• Participate and present in laboratory meetings, with potential opportunities for local and national conferences
• Assist in maintenance and ordering of laboratory supplies and research equipment

Required Qualifications*

Research Lab Tech Intermediate: 

• HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 1+ years experience.

Research Lab Tech Senior: 

• Bachelor's degree and 1+ years experience

Desired Qualifications*

• Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline such as genetics, biological science, biochemistry, chemistry, or related field
• Must be able to commit at least one year to the laboratory (two years is preferred)
• 6 months to 2 years of at least part-time experience in a related research setting
• Ability to work independently and as a member of our team
• Must have previous experience with, or be willing to work with, zebrafish and mice

Senior Level: 

• More than 2 years of experience in a related research setting

Intermediate Level:  

• More than 1 year of experience in a related research setting

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.