Senior Research Lab Scientist — Lead Experiments & Mentorship

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement match

Job summary

The Edwards Lab at the University of Michigan, in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology (CDB), is seeking a Senior Research Lab Specialist to independently design experiments, direct data generation and analysis, and contribute to manuscript drafts under the PI, Dr. Nicole Edwards.

Our group uses Xenopus, mouse, and pluripotent stem cells to study trachea and esophagus development and disease genetics. We value teamwork, intellectual growth, and leadership.

Qualifications

• PhD in genetics, cell biology, developmental biology, or related field, with 5+ years postdoc or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Molecular biology expertise and familiarity with imaging microscopy techniques.
• Experience supervising others in a research lab.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments
• Direct data generation and analysis
• Write the first draft of research manuscripts with input and feedback from the PI
• Present experimental results internally and at scientific meetings
• Train new lab members in routine experimental procedures
• Mentor and provide leadership to other lab members including graduate students, undergraduate students, and staff technicians

Skills

Communication skills

Molecular biology

Imaging microscopy

Team leadership

Education

PhD in genetics / cell biology / developmental biology

Job description

The Edwards Lab at the University of Michigan, in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology (CDB), is seeking a Senior Research Lab Specialist to independently design experiments, direct data generation and analysis, and contribute to manuscript drafts under the PI, Dr. Nicole Edwards.

Our group uses Xenopus, mouse, and pluripotent stem cells to study trachea and esophagus development and disease genetics. We value teamwork, intellectual growth, and leadership.