Research Laboratory Technician Sr

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental & vision

Hybrid/remote work options

Job summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician to assist faculty investigators studying microbial communities and host health. The role involves BSL2 mouse work, processing samples, and maintaining records using Lab Archives, REDCap, and Freezerworks.

Under supervision, you will perform molecular biology tasks, culture for C. difficile, run high-throughput assays, and support mammalian cell culture while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and organize workload.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills are essential.
• Experience with molecular biology, microbiology, and rodent handling is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in BSL2 mouse experiments and tissue collection.
• Process clinical and mouse samples in high-throughput workflows, coordinating with clinical labs.
• Culture anaerobically for C. difficile and prepare DNA for storage.
• Conduct high-throughput assays (ELISA, Luminex) and PCR with robotics.
• Maintain project records using Lab Archives, REDCap, and Freezerworks.
• Maintain and monitor mouse colonies and perform mammalian cell culture.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Molecular biology

Rodent handling

Education

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

Tools

Lab Archives

REDCap

Freezerworks

Job description

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 30,000 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.

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.