Research Laboratory Technician Associate

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

The Division of Rheumatology is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Research Technician to support translational research focused on autoimmune diseases, with an emphasis on systemic sclerosis. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative research environment and contribute to a wide range of molecular, cellular, and animal studies aimed at understanding disease mechanisms and developing new therapeutic approaches.

Responsibilities*

• Maintain and culture primary cells and established cell lines for laboratory experiments.
• Perform RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, and quantitative real-time PCR.
• Assess protein expression and signaling pathways using western blot analysis.
• Maintain rodent colonies and assist with in vivo animal studies.
• Conduct immunofluorescence, immunohistochemical, and histological staining of cells and tissues.
• Acquire and analyze microscopy images using fluorescence microscopy.
• Prepare samples and perform ELISA assays, including operation of plate readers and data analysis.
• Assist with data collection, organization, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with laboratory members on research projects, help train new personnel, and mentor undergraduate students.
• Contribute to laboratory organization, equipment maintenance, and general laboratory operations.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelors degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related scientific field.
• Hands-on experience with rodent handling, cell culture, histology, immunohistochemistry, fluorescence microscopy, qRT-PCR, and western blotting.
• Experience performing ELISA assays and working with standard molecular biology techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as GraphPad Prism and ImageJ, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative research team.

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

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.

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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.