Research Laboratory Technician Sr

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement savings match

Job summary

The University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, seeks a Laboratory Technician to support faculty investigators studying microbial communities and host health. Under guidance, you will perform tasks related to research on Clostridioides difficile and other healthcare-associated infections, working with a team and independently to meet project goals.

Responsibilities include handling BSL2 mouse experiments, processing clinical samples, anaerobic culture, and maintaining records in LabArchives,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or related field, or 1–3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated multi-tasking and strong written and oral communication skills.
• Past experience with molecular biology, microbiology, and rodent handling required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and assist in BSL2 mouse experiments, including working with various BSL2 organisms.
• Process biologic samples in a high throughput fashion, coordinating with clinical laboratories.
• Perform anaerobic culture for C. difficile and DNA isolation/preparation for storage.
• Perform high-throughput assays (ELISA, Luminex, xCELLigence).
• High throughput PCR using various in-house assays and robotics instruments.
• Prepare media and stock solutions; update project records in LabArchives, REDCap, Freezerworks.
• Attend team meetings and assist with maintaining mouse colonies and cell culture.

Skills

Molecular biology

Microbiology

Rodent handling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology/biology/biochemistry or related field

Tools

LabArchives

REDCap

Freezerworks

Job description

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Mission Statement

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

Assist with research activities for faculty investigators who are studying the role of microbial communities in host health. With guidance from senior faculty and research personnel, the research laboratory technician will handle laboratory tasks related to research on Clostridiodes difficile and other healthcare-associated bacterial infections. The technician will work collaboratively with other team members as well as independently to fulfill the goals of the project.

Responsibilities*

• Conduct and assist in BSL2 mouse experiments, including working with various BSL2 organisms. Perform mouse tissue/sample collection.
• Process biologic samples in a high throughput fashion, including clinical samples and samples from mouse experiments. Will include coordination with clinical laboratories.
• Perform anaerobic culture for C. difficile, culture isolation of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, DNA isolation and preparation for long-term storage.
• Performance of various high-throughput assays on samples (ELISA, Luminex, xCELLigence).
• High throughput PCR using a variety of in-house assays and robotics instruments.
• Preparation of media and stock solutions.
• Update and maintain project records and databases utilizing software such as Lab Archives, Redcap, and Freezerworks.
• Attendance at team meetings.
• Provide support with maintaining and monitoring mouse colonies.
• Perform mammalian cell culture maintenance.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in microbiology, biology, biochemistry, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and 1-3 years of experience is required. Demonstrated multi-tasking skills and ability to organize workload are essential. Strong interpersonal and both written and oral communication skills are critical. Past experience with molecular biology, microbiology, and rodent animal handling are required.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience with computerized records and databases desirable. Candidate should possess a willingness to learn and develop additional skills. Previous experience with mammalian tissue culture and anaerobic microbiology is a plus.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

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 .

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.