Job Summary
Highly motivated individual sought for a Research Lab Technician position in a basic/translational research laboratory in the Department of Surgery. The candidate will work closely with postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and senior researchers, with focused projects in basic/translational pancreatic cancer research utilizing mouse models and primary human tissues.
The candidate will work both independently and as part of a team participating in basic science/applied bench research using a combination of genetic, cellular and molecular biological approaches, including mouse models research.
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.
Responsibilities*
- Assist with animal tissue dissections; tissue fixation and sectioning; immunohistochemical staining and immunofluorescent staining; digital fluorescence microscopy; image analysis using software such as ImageJ, QuPath, and analytical approaches using R/Python.
- Provide general research support to assist laboratory researchers with experiments on an as-needed basis. The applicant is required to be familiar with primary cell culture, single cell extraction from tissue, RNA/Protein isolation, qRT-PCR, Western blot, flow cytometry.
- Maintain accurate data logs and overall smooth functioning of laboratory.
- Assist with daily general lab tasks (dishes, waste disposal, cleaning)
Required Qualifications*
- The applicant would be expected to demonstrate proficiency in these techniques within the first 2 weeks of hire.
- Basic laboratory techniques to execute the duties described and 1-2 years of animal and laboratory research experience with management of animal colony are required.
- High School diploma or Associates Degree required.
- Basic computing skills including knowledge of Excel and Word programs for database management and record keeping are required.
- The applicant is required to have complete knowledge or skill in animal research techniques such as gender determination, proper handling and restraint of mice for routine procedures (e.g., physical examination, administration of medication), observation of mice for recognition of normal and abnormal physical and behavioral changes, appropriate methods of anesthesia and euthanasia, genotyping skills such as tag/tail, DNA extraction and PCR.
- The applicant is expected to have moderate knowledge or skill in statistics/analyzing data and be proficient using Microsoft office, GraphPad and Photoshop/Illustrator programs. Advanced analytical approaches using R/Python for large multidimensional datasets are a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative environment.
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 employment opportunity employer.