Research Laboratory Technician Lead

1 month ago

Ann Arbor, United States University of Michigan Health System Full time
How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Michelle Hastings is hiring a Lead Research Lab Technician to work on projects investigating RNA therapeutics for treating disease. Current projects involve mRNA and antisense oligonucleotide approaches for treating lysosomal storage disease, Usher syndrome, cystic fibrosis, as well as pediatric and age-related neurodegenerative diseases. The lab uses cell and animal models of disease to test potential RNA drugs. Collaboration with academic, private and industry partners has a prominent role in our work.

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*
  • Responsible for the operation of the laboratory.
  • Assists higher level staff in developing, designing, and conducting research projects according to plan and protocols.
  • Suggests options for improving procedures and research protocols.
  • Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. Explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations, and outcomes.
  • Assists in literature searches and in providing written input in research grant proposals and publications.
  • May act as a liaison with other departments, programs, or organizations for acquiring data and following up on queries from higher level staff.

Required Qualifications*
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 2-3 years of experience in molecular biology, genetics, neuroscience, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, biophysics, or related field.
  • Experience in molecular and cellular techniques.
  • Excellent data analysis and management skills.
  • Strong leadership and organization skills and ability to work in a team.
  • Strong oral and written scientific communication skills.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

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

NOTE: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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/AA Statement

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

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