What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Laboratory Tech Assoc position at Michigan Medicine?
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
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 Hsu Laboratory in the Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with strong scientific intuition, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and a learner mentality to fill our open Research Technician position. The candidate will contribute to research focused on lung stem cell biology, lung cancer, and metabolism through maintenance of cell cultures, data collection, analysis and record keeping. The position offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and friendly research environment, gain experience with state-of-the-art methods and contribute to projects important for human health. Previous graduates of this position have gone onto MD and/or PhD programs and have been co-authors on publications.
Responsibilities*
The main responsibilities include primary tissue dissociation, three-dimensional cell culture of lung cells, confocal microscopy, immunohistochemistry, MACS/FACS, FISH, DNA/RNA isolation, and RT-qPCR analysis. The candidate will also maintain research reagents and maintain detailed records of laboratory procedures. The candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the preparation of research papers and meeting presentations.
Required Qualifications*
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?
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
Occasional weekend or evening work will be required given primary tissue isolation.
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.
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
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 Hsu Laboratory in the Department of Internal Medicine/Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with strong scientific intuition, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and a learner mentality to fill our open Research Technician position. The candidate will contribute to research focused on lung stem cell biology, lung cancer, and metabolism through maintenance of cell cultures, data collection, analysis and record keeping. The position offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and friendly research environment, gain experience with state-of-the-art methods and contribute to projects important for human health. Previous graduates of this position have gone onto MD and/or PhD programs and have been co-authors on publications.
Responsibilities*
The main responsibilities include primary tissue dissociation, three-dimensional cell culture of lung cells, confocal microscopy, immunohistochemistry, MACS/FACS, FISH, DNA/RNA isolation, and RT-qPCR analysis. The candidate will also maintain research reagents and maintain detailed records of laboratory procedures. The candidate will have the opportunity to assist in the preparation of research papers and meeting presentations.
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or associates degree and 1 year of laboratory experience (can include undergraduate part-time laboratory work) in cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to perform multi-task and develop solutions to basic technical problems.
- Strong attention to detail to tightly follow laboratory procedures and maintain accurate records.
- Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Minimum 1-year commitment and ability to occasionally perform weekend or evening work.
- A bachelor's degree in the life sciences.
- Experience in three-dimensional culture.
- Working knowledge of lung biology.
- An ability to commit to 2 years in the position.
- Record of contribution to publications.
- 2 years of experience preferred
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
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
Occasional weekend or evening work will be required given primary tissue isolation.
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.