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.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: -Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. -Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Responsibilities*
. Provide a wide variety of technical lab support, individually and/or together with other research personnel.
. Oversee the day-to-day lab operation, schedule and maintain record of lab equipment.
. Help develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
. Conduct experiments, collect and maintain detailed record of all experiments and data, analyze results.
. Suggest options for improving quality, identify potential problems and recommend and implement solutions.
. Collaborate in the development of new techniques.
. Train users in equipment and laboratory techniques.
. Maintain the lab inventory, ordering chemicals, biological reagents, and supplies.
. Co-author research reports, abstracts, conference presentations and manuscripts.
. Care for rats in animal experiments, involving daily handling/treating the animals when the lab is conducting this type of study.
. Supervise supporting and temporary lab personnel, assemble test, calibrate, clean or make minor repairs to equipment.
Required Qualifications*
Master's degree and 4 to 5 years related experience. The applicant must have a Bachelor's degree in science-related field and familiarity with lab instrumentation. As a team member of a research lab, the candidate should: Have a positive outlook and be self-motivated to carry out experiments as well as to work with other lab members and the PI. Work independently and propose solutions to problems in discussions with the PI. Be meticulous in keeping/updating track record. Be very organized. Be motivated to propose and co-author scientific presentations and publications. Excellent communications skills. Excellent attendance record.
Work Locations
This position is for the School of Dentistry located at 1011 N. University Ave.
Additional Information
This is a one-year term limited appointment, with the possibility of renewal based on continued available funding.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job 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.