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. Please include the name and contact information of up to three references in your cover letter.
In addition to applying via the UM job site, interested applicants are encouraged to also contact Associate Professor Jake Allgeier at [email protected].
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Job Summary
The Allgeier laboratory in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan is seeking a Research Lab Technician. The lab focuses on ecosystem ecology, food web ecology, coastal and coral reef ecology, global change ecology, fisheries, and sustainability.
This position is to support a recently funded multi-year NSF project that will focus on understanding the drivers of coral and fish production under challenging environmental conditions created by human impacts. There is potential for independent research within this position and a high level of independence is encouraged.
Responsibilities*
The selected candidate will assist in research projects involving ecological and environmental science, including: field-based research in The Bahamas and the Dominican Republic - involving coral transplantation and collection for analysis, fish collection for tissue samples and physical and chemical sample collection, laboratory analyses - involving processing samples for isotope or chemical analyses and biogeochemical analyses, and computer data entry and analysis. Working and organizing teams of undergraduate researchers in the lab at the University of Michigan and other basic laboratory management will also be part of the duties.
Required Qualifications*
- Graduation from a College or University with a bachelor's degree in a natural science discipline such as Biology, Ecology, Chemistry, or Environmental Sciences.
- Experience in field research under challenging conditions.
- Experience in detailed, high-quality laboratory analyses of samples (preferably associated with biogeochemistry and/or nutrient analyses for N and P in aqueous and tissue samples - this later part is not required).
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lead groups of undergraduates in laboratory research.
- Strong interpersonal and communication (oral & written) skills.
Desired Qualifications*
- SCUBA training and field experience
- Experience working with coral transplantation
- Ability to organize data for publications and proposals.
- Experience in operating and coordinating research collection and analysis with minimum supervision.
- Experience in field collection of environmental samples under difficult conditions.
- Possession of a Master's degree in a related natural science 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.
Additional Information
This is a one year term limited position with the possibility of renewal for multiple additional years.
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Background Screening
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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 any time 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.