How to Apply
Candidates can apply by uploading a short cover letter as the first page of the CV with contact information for three references. The cover letter should address reasons for your interest in this position, and outline experience and skills that directly relate to this position. Please include your most recent undergraduate transcript (unofficial is acceptable). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is found - while start date is flexible, the target hiring date would be April 2026.
Job Summary
A full-time lab technician position is available in the Tronson Laboratory in the Psychology department at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor MI. The Tronson Laboratory studies mouse behavioral models of learning and memory, with a focus on neuroimmune function, stress, and Alzheimer's disease. Duties will be on site at the University's main campus and, the role will include research (including both animal behavior testing and endocrine/molecular assays), lab organization, mouse colony management, and administrative/organizational tasks. The position includes the opportunity to co-author empirical papers.
Responsibilities*
Tronson lab job duties include the following: Perform mouse behavioral and molecular experiments, including data analysis; assist with monitoring and maintaining the mouse colony etc., as well as general lab maintenance, administrative tasks and ordering.
General research duties include:
- Assisting graduate students/post-docs with ongoing experiments
- Working with undergraduate students on their projects
- Conducting research tasks and assays (mouse behavior, pharmacology, biochemistry, endocrine & molecular assays / Dantzer lab: endocrine & molecular assays, behavioral data extraction)
- Data analysis using SPSS or R software
- Performing literature reviews
- Mouse colony (housing, breeding) management
Administrative/organizational tasks include
- Ordering & procurement
- Making buffers
- Lab management & cleaning
- Sample and supplies organization
- Lab coordination activities
- Development of public engagement activities
You will adhere to all University of Michigan policies and procedures for laboratory and animal research.
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or Associate's degree in biology, neuroscience, or psychology with 1-2 years of previous experience performing independent research
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous experience with animal behavior research is preferred
Desired Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in biology, neuroscience, or psychology is preferred.
- The ability to work well in a group environment
- Able to work as a team and independently
- The willingness to mentor undergraduates
- Basic biochemistry or molecular techniques such as immunohistochemistry or qPCR is desired
- Microscopy experience is a plus.
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.
Additional Information
The salary range is $31,200 - $38,400. Please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience. Please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience.
This is a 12-month term-limited position with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date is April 2026.
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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.