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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.

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*

This is a postdoctoral research position in the laboratory of Dr. Meredith Skiba at the University of Michigan. The successful candidate will conduct basic biochemical research to investigate outstanding molecular level questions in reproductive biology, focusing particularly on the role of G protein-coupled receptors. They will conduct this research under the guidance of Dr. Skiba, which will involve regular meetings to design experiments and discuss the interpretation of results. An important part of their postdoctoral work will be to work with Dr. Skiba to write up their findings and publish in scientific journals. In addition to conducting original research, the candidate will continue to develop their mentoring skills and help to train junior lab members in basic experimental techniques. 

Required Qualifications*

PhD in biochemistry or related field with at least 2-3 years of laboratory research experience. 

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.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.