Job Summary
The Michigan Center for Translational Pathology (MCTP) is seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to join our lab management team as a laboratory assistant (Temporary). The successful candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment and provide reliable support for ongoing clinical and research operations.
The ideal candidate will have a background in biomedical sciences, engineering, or a related field and be familiar with routine laboratory and inventory management. This position works closely with the lab management team to support MCTP's daily laboratory operations. Comprehensive training will be provided for all required tasks.
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.
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.
Responsibilities*
- Manage laboratory receiving and delivery of supplies and materials
- Monitor and maintain temperature-sensitive laboratory equipment
- Record, enter, and process shipments in Quartzy
- Restock, organize, and maintain Supply Center units in central lab areas
- Reorganize and update laboratory equipment inventory, including required documentation
- Maintain and update computer inventory records
- Catalog and maintain laboratory logbooks from central supply
- Assist with cleanouts and organization of archival freezer storage
- Assist with cataloging and organizing liquid nitrogen (LN?) storage of plasmids and cell lines
- Perform mycoplasma testing and genotyping experiments
Required Qualifications*
- Basic knowledge of databases and software tools such as Quartzy and Microsoft Office
- At least one year of experience in laboratory and inventory management
- Fundamental skills in database and inventory management
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent documentation and record-keeping abilities
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness and ability to learn and implement new techniques
- Understanding of laboratory safety procedures and ability to work with potentially hazardous materials
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- High school diploma or associate degree required
Desired Qualifications*
- BS or MS in biomedical sciences, engineering, or a related field
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.