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.
Job Summary
This position will include research in the Biomedical Photonics Laboratory working on a mentored project closely with the PI and Sr. Research Specialist.
Who We Are
Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of a top national public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.
Responsibilities*
- Organizing, inventorying, and documenting lab equipment, chemicals, and consumables.
- Take on role of lab safety officer under Sr. Research Specialist and PI supervision.
- Archiving, inventorying, and organizing current and past project documentation such as lab notebooks, relevant research literature, and digital data files.
- Perform routine lab procedures, operate lab equipment, and record test data.
- Write and develop SOP's with clear and detailed instructions.
- Documentation of work via regular summaries, and written or digital lab notebook
- Work may include human cell culture, setting up cell culture equipment, calibration and maintenance of lab equipment, 3D printing, and fixture design.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, biological sciences, or physics
- Attention to detail
- Past exposure to/experience with biomedical or biophotonics research
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience in some or all areas below is highly desirable:
- Biophotonics research that may include work on prototyping/designing laser or LED fiber optic light systems and light detectors for pre-clinical application
- Cell culture experience
- Experience with GMP or GLP processes and Quality Systems
- 3D image-based design experience using Materialise software or Solidworks (or similar software)
Work Schedule
- Hours: 30 to 40 hours/week
Work Locations
- On-site in Lurie Biomedical Engineering Building, 1101 Beal Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
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 (Research Assistant I) depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
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 are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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.