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
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 Laboratory Technician will support the daily operations of a cancer research laboratory in the Department of Physiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. The laboratory investigates tumor immunology, cancer metabolism, and interactions between immune cells and cancer cells. The technician will work under the supervision of the principal investigator and collaborate with laboratory members.
Responsibilities*
- Laboratory establishment and management: Assist with laboratory setup, organization of workspaces, standard operating procedures, equipment maintenance, inventory management, ordering and stocking supplies, and daily operations.Mouse colony management:
- Coordinate breeding, genotyping, colony records, animal monitoring, and scheduling of experimental cohorts in accordance with approved animal protocols and institutional policies.
- Experimental support: Prepare reagents and experimental materials; perform sample collection and processing, cell culture, molecular and cellular biology assays, and other techniques relevant to the laboratory's research.
- Data and documentation: Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, experimental records, colony databases, and sample inventories; organize data; and communicate results to the principal investigator and team.
- Safety and compliance: Follow institutional requirements for laboratory safety, biological and chemical materials, and animal research.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with laboratory members, core facilities, animal care personnel, and collaborators to support research activities.
Project development: With mentorship from the principal investigator, identify an area of scientific interest and, as appropriate to experience and project needs, take increasing ownership of a research project. The technician will have opportunities to contribute to project planning, troubleshoot experiments, interpret results, and present findings.
Professional development: Participate in laboratory meetings and training, develop technical expertise, and contribute to research planning and execution.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant biological or biomedical science field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, consistent with the position classification.
- Biomedical laboratory experience preferred.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, recordkeeping, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow protocols, troubleshoot routine technical issues, and work independently and collaboratively.
Experience with mouse colony management, animal research, cell culture, or molecular/cellular biology techniques is desirable.
Desired Qualifications*
Associate Level:
Prior experience in a laboratory setting is not required..
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.
Additional Information
Supervision, Mentorship, and Growth
The technician will report to the principal investigator and receive structured training, ongoing mentorship, and professional development. This position offers the opportunity to become a long-term founding member of a growing research team, with increasing responsibility and the potential to lead a project as skills and experience develop.
Work Environment
Work will take place in a biomedical research laboratory and, as applicable, approved animal research facilities. The position requires compliance with University of Michigan safety, training, and animal care requirements.
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.