Neuroscience Research Lab Technician

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology (MCDB) at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a Research Laboratory Technician Associate. The role supports neurophysiology, molecular biology, and genomics studies focused on neuronal function and disease mechanisms, including neurodegenerative conditions.

The successful candidate will perform and troubleshoot experiments, record data, prepare figures, and contribute to publications while collaborating

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or Associate's degree with 1 year of experience.
• Willing to learn and develop new techniques; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in neuroscience or physiology research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lab management tasks including placing orders, equipment care, safety dispositions, and inspections.
• Execute immunohistochemistry, electrophysiology, fluorescence microscopy, in situ hybridization, and rodent work.
• Record, analyze, and organize data; assist with figures and manuscript preparation.
• Train and assist undergrad/grad students in standard lab procedures.

Skills

Neuroscience

Physiology

Molecular biology

Electrophysiology

Immunohistochemistry

Fluorescence microscopy

In situ hybridization

RNA profiling

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cryostat sectioning

RNA transcription profiling

Imaging

Electrophysiology

Job description

The Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology (MCDB) at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor invites applications for a Research Laboratory Technician Associate. The role supports neurophysiology, molecular biology, and genomics studies focused on neuronal function and disease mechanisms, including neurodegenerative conditions.

The successful candidate will perform and troubleshoot experiments, record data, prepare figures, and contribute to publications while collaborating