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RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR

Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026 CLOSED ON 6/19/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR position at Michigan Medicine?

How to Apply

Via email, please send a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and contact information for three (3) recommenders to Brittney Spadafora ([email protected]) in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology. The cover letter should contain a statement of past accomplishments and current research interests, address your specific interest in the position, and outline the skills and experiences that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Department of Cell & Developmental Biology (CDB) at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor) is seeking a highly-driven scientist to work as a Research Investigator. The ideal candidate will be supervised by the Principal Investigator in a laboratory that studies the regulation of epithelial differentiation and its interaction with the immune system which are key to the understanding of tissue homeostasis and inflammatory diseases.

Responsibilities*

The ideal candidate will lead a program focused on the relationship between keratins, epithelial differentiation and immunity in stress response and disease.. In this leadership position, the candidate will: 1) conduct their own individual research projects; 2) mentor graduate students and research technicians; 3) help in generating data for manuscripts and grant applications; and 4) write and submit their own grant applications as a step to acquire an independent position.

Required Qualifications*

Candidates with a strong background in biochemistry, cell biology, and advanced microscopy with a strong record of publications in this field of research will be given preference. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree and a minimum of 4 years of postdoctoral training. Additional requirements include expert written and verbal communication skills in the English language, as well as strong interpersonal skills that are conducive to building a healthy and collaborative lab environment.

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.

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.

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