Research Lab Tech Associate- Qi

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

2:1 retirement matching

Job summary

University of Michigan invites applications for an entry-level technician to join the NIH-sponsored Animal Phenotyping Core within the Michigan Mouse Metabolic Phenotyping Center (MMPC-Live). The role involves in-vivo and in-vitro experiments with rodent models to study metabolism and behavior, under guidance from the lab manager and senior staff.

Qualifications include a BS degree, strong English communication, and weekend availability on occasion.

Qualifications

• BS degree is required.
• Strong work ethic with excellent English communication, both oral and written.
• Able to work on weekends on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Carry out in-vivo and in-vitro physiology/pharmacology experiments in rodent models of metabolic disorders.
• Assess whole-body glucose and lipid metabolism using labeled tracers and perform behavioral tests.
• Support day-to-day housekeeping, experiment scheduling, and maintenance records in the lab.

Education

BS degree

Job description

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.

Job Summary

We are seeking an entry level technician to join our NIH-sponsored Animal Phenotyping Core within the Michigan Mouse Metabolic Phenotyping Center (MMPC-Live).

Responsibilities*

This candidate will be responsible for carrying out in-vivo and in-vitro physiology/pharmacology experiments in rodent models of metabolic disorders. They will be accountable for evaluating metabolic phenotypes in mice or rats, specifically for assessment of whole-body glucose and lipid metabolism using 3H- and 14C- labeled tracers and performing behavioral tests. This individual should have some hands-on experience in handling of rodents, including feeding, dosing, and performing husbandry.

The candidate will work closely with the lab manager and senior lab members to conduct research projects, collect data, and analyze results, and provide support for day-to-day housekeeping of the laboratory, experimental scheduling, and maintenance records of study protocol/equipment/facility, etc.

Required Qualifications*

• BS degree is required.
• A strong work ethic, excellent oral and written English communication skills, and the ability to work in teams are essential.
• Being able to work on occasional weekends will be required

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 30,000employees 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

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

M-F, 8 hour/days, with some weekends as needed.

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. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.