Manager - Biology Laboratory & Research Assistant

University of Detroit Mercy; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education seeks a Lab Manager to provide PhD-level expertise in molecular biology. This role involves conducting detailed experiments on bacterial pathogens, training students, and maintaining laboratory compliance. The position offers a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to groundbreaking research and mentor the next generation of dental professionals. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to diversity and excellence, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about science and education.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Tuition Remission Benefit

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• PhD-level expertise in molecular biology and microbial pathogens.
• 5-7 years of experience in laboratory research.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments on virulence factors in bacterial pathogens.
• Train and mentor dental students in research activities.

Skills

Molecular Biology

PCR

Recombinant DNA Cloning

Protein Gels

Western Blotting

Protein Purification

Tissue Culture

Fluorescence Microscopy

Flow Cytometry

Bioinformatics

Education

Doctorate Degree

Tools

Microscopy Equipment

Flow Cytometry Equipment

Job description

Job ID

AF9515 -0617-1850

Position Classification

FT Administrator

Position Summary

This position is designed to provide PhD-level expertise in helping numerous faculty members and their students perform experiments at the School of Dentistry. The candidate for this Lab Manager position will perform detailed molecular biology experiments as well as train and mentor students engaged in research at the School of Dentistry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of experiments investigating the activities of virulence factors in the bacterial pathogen Yersinia pestis as well as studies with various oral pathogens.
• Studies involving the interactions of oral pathogens and human cells/tissues or biomaterials and human cells/tissues will also be involved.
• Experiments will require prior training in the following techniques: PCR, recombinant DNA cloning, protein gels and Western blotting, protein purification, tissue culture work, growth of bacterial cultures, and sterile technique for bacteria.
• Prepare media and laboratory stocks of chemicals and reagents.
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook.
• Help draft manuscripts related to scientific findings.
• Assist with assembling grants for intramural and extramural funding.
• Train and assist Dental Student Researchers at Detroit Mercy Dental, and undergraduates working in the lab.
• Maintain laboratory compliance with various safety regulations including: chemical safety and biohazard safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – A doctorate degree.
• Experience – Five to seven years of experience (Equivalent combination of education and employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• This position requires PhD level knowledge of molecular biology and will require the candidate have prior experience working with microbial pathogens. Experience with fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry is preferred as the candidate will be in charge of running the school’s microscopy and flow cytometry cores.
  
• Finally, some experience analyzing data from bioinformatics studies such as analysis of microbial genomes, human microbiome studies, and RNA-Seq would be beneficial.

Physical Requirements

Job may require lifting light weight objects (1 to 10 pounds) with no repetitive bending or stooping. Occasionally lift average weight objects (1 to 10 pounds).

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to objectionable conditions or variations such as those found in variable weather conditions or light industrial settings.

Salary/Pay Information

Commensurate with experience

Anticipated Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Employee Benefits

At the University of Detroit Mercy, we continually strive to provide a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package to our valued employees. We offer our employees the following benefits:

• Medical -

o Three health plans to choose from with a large national provider network

•Dental -

o UDM’s School of Dentistry FREE to you and your dependents

o Option to purchase additional dental plan through UNUM

•Vision –

o Under United Healthcare, you are able to get one exam every 24 months

o Under Heritage Vision, an eye exam and lenses (not Frame) are provided every 12 months

(Plans are available to employees to purchase as an option)

• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts offered

• Employee Assistance Program -

o Provided to everyone in your household

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Life and AD&D

o 1x base salary up to Dollar One Hundred Thousand.

• Option to purchase additional life insurance, accident insurance, and/or critical illness insurance

• Tuition Remission Benefit for you, your spouse, and children.

• Retirement Plan -

o UDM provides matches up to 8%

Michigan’s largest, most comprehensive private University, University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. Detroit Mercy seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University’s mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds.