Research Lab Tech Inter (TERM-LIMITED)

How to Apply

Please review the job summary and apply with a cover letter stating your interest in the position and outline skills and experience that relate to this position along with research interests, career aspiration.

Job Summary

The Kaczorowski lab is looking to fill a positions for a Research Lab Technician (Associate/Intermediate/Lead) A full-time research technician position is available in the Kaczorowski lab in the Department of Neurology at the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan Kaczorowski Lab (umich.edu). We are seeking a laboratory technician with experience in rodent handling and molecular biology techniques to work on exciting projects involving rodent modeling of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease and Huntington's disease.

This position is term limited to 2 years.

Responsibilities*

The successful candidate will participate in animal handling, animal behavior assays, mouse genotyping, immunohistochemistry, and assisting with the management of transgenic mouse colonies. In addition, they will supervise and help train undergraduate research assistants and junior technicians in the lab. We are looking for someone that has the aptitude to learn new techniques, works well with others, and possesses strong critical thinking skills. 

• Help maintain lab organization and record all information, daily, in an official laboratory notebook. 
• Assist with experiments that involve mouse handling and animal behavior assays. 
• Maintain organization of mouse colonies, including supervision of genotyping and genetic crosses. 
• Assist with tissue dissection. 
• Onboard and train users in lab protocols, equipment operation and standard techniques. 
• Participate in periodic research discussions. 
• Present data and plans for new experiments during laboratory meetings. 
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and achieve short- and long-range plans. 
• Ensure functionality and maintenance of instrumentation. 
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Associate Level: 1-3 years of experience in a related field 
• Intermediate Level: 4-5 years of experience in a related field

Desired Qualifications*

• Mouse handling and husbandry skills preferred (training is provided).

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.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This is a 2 year term-limited appointment. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and you will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

Background Screening

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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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.