Research Laboratory Tech Assoc. & Interm.

Uofmhealth; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Research Laboratory Tech Associate to conduct experiments and manage lab tasks. The role involves working with cardiac muscle cell cultures and requires a B.S. or B.A. in biological sciences. The position offers benefits and opportunities for hybrid or remote work.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings with a 2:1 match

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of wet lab and/or imaging data analysis experience.
• Experience with large databases and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments with primary cardiac muscle cell cultures.
• Perform fluorescence microscopy on live and fixed samples.
• Manage and genotype mouse colonies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

B.S. or B.A. in a relevant biological science

Job description

Research Laboratory Tech Assoc. & Interm.

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Job Overview

The Michele lab focuses on the molecular mechanisms of human muscular dystrophies and associated cardiomyopathies using primarily mouse models (https://sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/michelelab/).

Mission of Michigan Medicine

Michigan Medicine aims to improve health through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, and technological development, guided by our Strategic Principles, focusing on patient care, education, and research.

Why Work at Michigan Medicine?

As one of the world's largest healthcare complexes, Michigan Medicine has a rich history of medical and technological breakthroughs since 1850, with over 30,000 employees dedicated to advancing healthcare and science.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one
• Retirement savings with a 2:1 match

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments with primary cardiac muscle cell cultures
• Perform fluorescence microscopy on live and fixed samples
• Manage and genotype mouse colonies and perform lab management tasks
• Analyze data and perform statistical analysis

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Level

• B.S. or B.A. in a relevant biological science
• Excellent record-keeping and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and teamwork skills

Intermediate Level

• B.S. or B.A. in a relevant biological science
• 1-3 years of wet lab and/or imaging data analysis experience
• Experience with large databases and record-keeping
• Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

Associate Level

• Previous lab experience as an undergraduate
• Interest in research careers

Intermediate Level

• All above plus experience with laboratory animal handling

Work Schedule & Mode

Monday-Friday, with some nights and weekends. Hybrid or remote work options are available at the department's discretion, subject to review and change.

Additional Information

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification based on candidate qualifications. Michigan Medicine conducts background checks and pre-employment drug testing. The application review begins after seven days of posting, and the position may close or be filled earlier.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.