| Location | Ann Arbor, MI |
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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.
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 Department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology (MCDB) at the University of Michigan is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Laboratory Technician Associate. The desired candidate will work under the guidance of the Principal Investigator in a laboratory using neurophysiology, molecular biology, and genomics to study molecular mechanisms regulating the function of neurons. These molecular signals are relevant to understanding neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's Disease, as well as the development of neurological disorders like substance use disorder.
Responsibilities*
The successful applicant will conduct and troubleshoot experiments, record and analyze the resulting data, and organize research results for publication. This person will also actively participate in lab meetings and must be willing to learn and develop to gain new knowledge and skills, establish new experimental protocols, and contribute to the completion of project goals.
Specific responsibilities:
Required Qualifications*
High school diploma or Associate's degree and 1 year of experience. The applicant should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as strong organizational and time management skills. Must have previous research experience in neuroscience or physiology. Must be willing to learn and develop new knowledge and skills, establish new experimental protocols, and contribute to the completion of project goals.
Experience with cryostat sectioning, RNA transcription profiling, imaging, electrophysiology, and standard neurophysiology and molecular biology techniques is preferred.
Desired Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in a life science discipline and 1-2 years of relevant research experience in a neuroscience or physiology lab is preferred. Experience with cryostat sectioning, RNA transcription profiling, imaging, electrophysiology, and standard neurophysiology and molecular biology techniques is preferred.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
In addition, LSA offers:
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
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 based on satisfactory performance, availability of work, and availability of funding. The position requires an in-person laboratory presence in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
As one of the world's great liberal arts and sciences colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are nonexempt and are eligible for overtime for any hours worked beyond 40 hours per week.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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.