Research Lab Technician Intermediate - Term Limited

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

2:1 retirement matching

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Research Lab Technician Intermediate for a term-limited role in Michigan Medicine. The position focuses on cell culture, genotyping, and supporting both in vitro and in vivo studies, including CRISPR/Cas9 work and animal experiments.

The role requires a biology/biochemistry degree with 1–2 years bench experience, and a willingness to handle mice and learn in vivo techniques. Hybrid work options may be available and benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science (biology/biochemistry) and prior bench lab experience.
• 1–2 years of bench experience in a lab setting.
• Willingness to handle mice and learn in vivo techniques.

Responsibilities

• Cell culture – thawing and maintaining cell lines and preparing samples for qPCR, western blot and ELISA.
• Genotyping of floxed genes and verification of Cre recombinase in mouse tissue; care and use of mice with drug administration and humane euthanasia.
• Assist with in vitro and in vivo experimental design, troubleshooting and planning.
• Analyze data from experiments using Excel, Prism, ImageJ, FlowJo, and related biostatistical tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cell culture

Genotyping

In vivo work

CRISPR/Cas9

qPCR

Western blot

ELISA

Flow cytometry

RNA seq prep

Biostatistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in science (biology/biochemistry)

Tools

Excel

Prism

ImageJ

FlowJo

qPCR

Job description

Research Lab Technician Intermediate - Term Limited

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.

Responsibilities*

• Cell culture - thawing and maintaining cell lines using sterile technique. Treatment of cell lines with soluble chemicals and harvesting for qPCR, western blot, and ELISA/related assays to quantify intracellular molecular concentrations. Generation of stable CRISPR/Cas9 and over-expression cell lines.
• Genotyping of floxed genes and presence of Cre recombinase from mouse tail/ear tissue. Handling mice, administration of drugs subcutaneously and intra-peritoneal, and euthanasia. Perform readouts for animal studies: PCR, Western blot, tissue staining. Assist with flow-cytometry and RNA seq preparation.
• Will assist in the conception, logistical design, and troubleshooting of both in vitro and in vivo experiments.
• Analyze data from experiments using Excel, Prism, Image J, FlowJo, etc. Use of relevant biostatistics.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in science - preferably in biology or biochemistry and previous experience with lab environment.
• Previous bench experience: 1-2 years.
• Willingness to handle mice and learn in vivo techniques is required.

Desired Qualifications*

• Training in animal handling is not an absolute requirement, but is preferred.

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 30,000 employees 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.

Additional Information

This is a term-limited appointment. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

Background Screening

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 may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening 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.