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.
Job Summary
The Deininger lab's expertise is translational research in leukemia, specifically the biology of myeloid malignancies and the development of molecular targeted therapies. We strive to understand the molecular mechanisms allowing leukemia cells to survive treatment and use this knowledge to develop more effective and less toxic therapies. We employ a multidisciplinary approach to research, straddling genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, and biomedical engineering, with one goal: improving the lives of patients affected by leukemia. We are proud of our vibrant, diverse, and inclusive team of scientists who strive to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of myeloid malignancies.
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.
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
Responsibilities*
Core Project and Research Operations Support:
- Serve as a central coordinator for multiple ongoing research projects, ensuring alignment of timelines, deliverables, and documentation across basic, translational, and clinical efforts.
- Track project milestones, identify potential bottlenecks, and proactively communicate status updates to project leads (Dr. Cruz Rodriguez and Dr. Deininger).
- Facilitate coordination between laboratory-based research, clinical collaborators, and external partners to support efficient project execution.
Grants, Contracts, and Funding Support:
- In conjunction with the pre-award team, provide administrative and organizational support for grant submissions and progress reports, including NIH and foundation awards in coordination with institutional guidelines.
- Assist with preparation and formatting of non-scientific grant components (e.g., biosketches, CVs, resources, facilities, letters of support).
- Support figure preparation, organization, and editing for grant submissions in collaboration with scientific leaders.
- Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and funding periods across multiple awards.
- In conjunction with the pre-award team, assist with industry contracts and sponsored research agreements.
Publications and Manuscript Management:
- Coordinate manuscript submission processes, including journal-specific formatting, submission portals, revisions, and correspondence.
- Track manuscript timelines, reviewer comments, and revision deadlines.
- Assist with preparation of non-scientific submission materials (cover letters, author information, disclosures).
Clinical and Translational Research Coordination:
- Support development and organization of clinical trial related documents and protocols in collaboration with clinical investigators.
- Coordinate interactions with clinical teams and regulatory offices as needed for translational research projects.
Sample and Resource Coordination:
- Coordinate procurement and tracking of primary human specimens from biobanks, collaborators, and external sources.
- Manage documentation related to sample acquisition, including MTAs and data use agreements, in coordination with institutional offices.
- Maintain organized records of sample requests, approvals, costs, and availability.
Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Support:
- Assist with coordination of patent applications and invention disclosures, including document preparation and communication with technology transfer offices.
- Track timelines and documentation related to intellectual property submissions.
Animal Colony and Resource Oversight:
- Coordinate management and tracking of transgenic mouse colonies at a project level (breeding plans, genotyping analysis, colony usage, timelines), in collaboration with laboratory personnel.
- Assist with planning and documentation related to animal resource allocation across projects.
Financial Stewardship and Oversight:
- In conjunction with the post-award team,
- Assist with monitoring laboratory budgets, expenditures, and financial projections in collaboration with departmental administrators.
- Track costs associated with projects, contracts, samples, and external services.
- Support preparation of financial summaries for grants, projects, and leadership review.
Communication and Meeting Coordination:
- Organize and facilitate meetings with internal lab members, institutional partners, and external collaborators.
- Prepare agendas, coordinate materials, document action items, and ensure follow-up on assigned tasks.
- Maintain organized records of meeting outcomes and project decisions.
- Maintain strong communication channels with Dr. Deininger and Dr. Cruz-Rodriguez, by providing structured project updates, consult on strategic decisions, and effectively coordinate team activities by understanding project objectives and individual roles.
Required Qualifications*
Research Laboratory Specialist Senior:
- Masters degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required.
- 5-6 years of experience in blood-related or leukemia-related research laboratory experience is required.
- 5-6 years of experience in research administration is required.
Research Laboratory Specialist Intermediate:
- Masters degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required.
- 4-5 years of experience in blood-related or leukemia-related research laboratory experience is required.
- 4-5 years of experience in research administration is required.
Desired Qualifications*
Prior research experience with murine models is strongly preferred.
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.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Additional Information
This is a 1-year limited term position, with potential for extension depending on funding and performance. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.
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.