Research Lab Specialist Assoc

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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.

Responsibilities*

Leading experimental research (design, execution, data collection and processing), statistical analysis, presentation of data to the PI and team members.  Developing new skills when required and seeking out experts.

Administrative work including orders, EHS, lab maintenance, etc. in coordination with the team members.

Train members in laboratory techniques and reviews results.  Manages animal colony and perform surgeries.

Co-writing of manuscripts and proof-reading.

Required Qualifications*

Applicant must have a Masters or Doctorate degree in the field of Biology or Neurosciences and at least 2 years of experience in a research lab setting.  Candidate must have had prior research or
training in neuroscience, experience with animal work (surgeries, breeding, microsurgeries, necropsy), tissue processing, immunohistochemistry/fluorescence, in situ hybridization, tissue clearing, calcium imaging, electrophysiology and confocal imaging.  Must be a team player, flexible, positive, respectful as well as willingness to learn new techniques.  Candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to rapidly learn new techniques by seeking out expertise of others and build collaboration. Candidate must be able to show they practice an open communication with team members and the PI and can be flexible.  Excellent attendance record.

Desired Qualifications*

Previous knowledge and experience with U of M policies and procedures.  Previous experience in single cell sequencing and bioinformatic analysis of data.

Work Locations

"This position is located at the North Campus Research Complex (NCRC) at 2800 Plymouth Rd. Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-2800.

Additional Information

This is a one-year term limited appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and continued available funding. 

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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.