How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Summary
The Michigan Center for Translational Pathology (MCTP) is looking for a Research Lab Specialist Associate to serve as an integral member of its In Vivo Group. The MCTP is a large multidisciplinary institute in which sequencing and bioinformatics analysis drives discovery of novel cancer-related genes. The In Vivo group mechanistically evaluates promising targets and tests novel cancer therapies in mouse, cell and human tissue-based models. The position requires an individual comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
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.
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
Responsibilities*
- Tumor xenografting via subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, renal capsule, and orthotopic placement.
- Tumor growth monitoring by caliper measurement or imaging.
- Pre-operative preparation and performance of aseptic surgery
- Administration of therapeutic drugs via subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, IV, and oral gavage delivery.
- Mouse necropsy and histological tissue processing (paraffin embedding/ sectioning).
- Cell culture (IC50, xenograft preparation, tumor organoid models).
- DNA/ RNA isolation, PCR.
- Protein isolation, Western blot.
- Record keeping, including animal inventory, experimental procedure logs, protocols/ SOPs.
- Management of animal protocol in eRAM.
- Basic lab management/ EHS compliance.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree or higher with specialization in cell biology or a related field.
- At least 2 years' biology lab experience.
- Experience in cell culture, DNA/RNA/protein isolation, PCR genotyping, qPCR, Western blotting.
- Basic mouse handling experience.
- Ability to work in an environment in which one is exposed to animals/ animal dander.
- Knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety and ability to work carefully with potentially harmful agents.
Desired Qualifications*
- Willing to have some schedule flexibility (and occasionally work on weekends)
- Cell culture experience
- Molecular biology experience (cloning, etc)
- Mouse colony management experience
- Experience with animal protocol management in eRAM
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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.