Research Laboratory Tech Sr

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 Department of Emergency Medicine is searching for a highly motivated Research Technician to join the VanEpps Laboratory. The applicant will work closely with Drs. VanEpps and Asthana and other research staff in an established laboratory at the North Campus Research Complex as well as the Michigan Medicine University Hospital for data collection. The research focuses on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of life-threatening infection. The work includes in vitro, in vivo, and clinical research. Projects in the laboratory will involve work with human and animal specimens and biosafety level 2 pathogens.

Responsibilities*

Laboratory experiments will include the following techniques: Maintaining and documenting lab safety, general lab maintenance, autoclaving, preparation of stock solutions, bacterial and mammalian cell culture, running molecular assays (PCR, ELISA, microscopy, electrophoresis, fluorescent assays, etc), and collecting specimens and data from patients.

Participation in lab meetings and data presentation are expected. Must work effectively in a team setting, be able to communicate well, and keep clear records. Specific skills that are necessary also include ability to input and analyze data using common software programs. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelors degree and past employment or work experience for no less than 1 year working in biology or biomedical engineering research that includes DNA/RNA isolation, nucleic acid assays and PCR including quantitative PCR methods. Excellent organizational, data management, and analytic skills are also expected.

Desired Qualifications*

Bachelors degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, engineering or related scientific degree and at least 1 year of experience in a micro- or molecular biology research laboratory. Previous experience with cell culture, bacterial culture, RNA, PCR, qPCR, electrophoresis, whole genome amplification, short and long-read sequencing, computational coding, DNA/RNA isolation, patient-level data and human specimen collection, and microscopy is desired. The successful candidate will have excellent organizational, analytical, time management skills, and strong enthusiasm for developing new skills and expertise.

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.

Work Schedule

Full time Monday thru Friday. Flexible schedule with occasional evenings and weekends depending on study.

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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