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. The resume/CV should include work experience related to this position, and work experience that shows a history of responsibility and reliability even if in an unrelated field such as customer service or food prep.

Summary

The Department of Cell & Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor) seeks a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Laboratory Technician Associate or Intermediate in the laboratory of Dr. Duncan (sites.google.com/a/umich.edu/duncanlab/). The technician will join a diverse workplace and will assist in an ongoing project on the molecular mechanisms of membrane traffic.

This is an excellent position for candidates seeking additional hands-on experience before applying to graduate school. Several former technicians have gone on to complete graduate school at top institutions including UM, Duke, and Vanderbilt.

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*

You will be responsible for molecular genetics projects. Research activities will include, but are not limited to:

• Cell culture (Microbial and mammalian)
• Fluorescence microscopy
• Protein extractions, western blot analysis, subcloning, and genotyping.
• Statistical analysis

Additional responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Organization and maintenance of lab databases
• Ordering
• Directing undergraduates
• Training new lab members

Required Qualifications*

• Research Lab Tech Associate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 0-1 year experience is required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Research Lab Tech Intermediate: HS Diploma or Assoc Degree and 1-3 years experience is required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Desired Qualifications*

• Coursework or work-place experience with sterile technique
• Cell biology or related coursework
• Expertise in molecular genetics and additional experience on one or more additional relevant research techniques

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

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.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.