Research Lab Tech Senior - Intermediate/Associate Underfill

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health coverage

Retirement savings match

Job summary

The University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor seeks a Research Lab Tech Senior - Intermediate/Associate Underfill to join the Duncan Lab in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology. The role focuses on molecular genetics within a membrane traffic project, with a collaborative, growth-minded team environment.

You will perform cell culture (microbial and mammalian), fluorescence microscopy, protein work, and genotyping, while helping organize lab data and train new members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Senior) with 1-2 years experience or equivalent.
• HS Diploma or AA with 0-1 years experience for Associate; Bachelor's preferred.
• HS Diploma or AA with 1-3 years experience for Intermediate; Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture (microbial and mammalian).
• Fluorescence microscopy.
• Protein extractions, western blot, subcloning, genotyping.
• Statistical analysis.

Skills

Cell culture

Fluorescence microscopy

Protein analysis

Genotyping

Education

Bachelor's degree

1-2 years experience

HS Diploma or Assoc Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The research lab of Dr. Mara Duncan Department of Cell & Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor) seeks a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Lab Tech Senior - Intermediate/Associate Underfill(sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/duncanlab/).You will join a dynamic team and assist in an ongoing project on the molecular mechanisms of membrane traffic. The Duncan lab is an inclusive environment that prioritizes a growth mindset. We are willing to train candidates who share that growth mindset.

What You'll Do

You willbe responsible formolecular genetics projects. Research activities will include, but are not limited to:

• Cell culture (Microbial and mammalian)
• Fluorescence microscopy
• Protein extractions, western blot analysis, subcloning, and genotyping.
• Statistical analysis

Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Organization and maintenance of lab databases
• Ordering
• Training new lab members

Required Qualifications*

• Research Lab Tech Senior: Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years experience required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student work experience.
• Research Lab Tech Associate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 0-1 years' experience is required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Research Lab Tech Intermediate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 1-3 years' experience is required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Desired Qualifications*

• Coursework or work-place experience with sterile technique
• Cell biology or related coursework
• Experience in molecular genetics and additional experience in one or more additional relevant research techniques

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 .

Underfill Statement

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

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 maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time 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.

Job Opening ID

282797