Research Lab Specialist Senior

4 weeks ago

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

Interested applicants should submit the following materials: 1) cover letter describing your specific interests in the position, your research interests and background, 2) Curriculum vitae/Resume and 3) contact information for three professional references. A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Food Allergy Center is seeking a Research Lab Specialist. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to systematically process samples from a newly founded food allergy-focused human birth cohort and test for food allergies better understand food anaphylaxis. This position offers unique opportunities for a motivated individual to work closely with the principal investigator and laboratory members in a highly collegial translational science laboratory.

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*

The ideal candidate will have experience in human blood processing, microscopy, maintaining a laboratory information management system (LabVantage), and basic cellular and molecular biology techniques including qPCR, protein expression and purification, and immunological techniques such as ELISA and flow cytometry. Prior experience working with human samples is required.

The ideal candidate will apply these skills to human-derived samples including: blood, stool, placental tissue, and breastmilk. Independent learning and problem solving will be necessary. The laboratory specialist will take responsibility for the measurements of human IgE using the Phadia 250 instrument. The candidate will also engage in laboratory maintenance activities. The candidate is expected to work independently and will supervise one to two junior laboratory technicians. The successful candidate will have regularly scheduled meetings individually with the Principal Investigator and group meetings with the larger team.

Required Qualifications*

Intermediate Level: Bachelor's degree is required. 4-5 years of experience in a related field (immunology, biochemistry, cellular molecular biology, or related biomedical field). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with general basic molecular and cellular biology techniques and immunological techniques: ex. tissue culture, protein production/purification, western blotting, isolation of DNA, RNA, qPCR, ELISA.
  • Experience with flow cytometry and analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Senior Level: Bachelor's Degree required. 5-6 years of related experience, i.e., published in a field of specialty and academic knowledge in a field or discipline. Master?s or Doctoral Degree preferred.
  • Responsible for completing lab documentation for safety inspections.
  • Willingness to develop Standard Operating Procedure documents and support the regulatory aspects of the birth cohort study.
  • Functional and administrative supervision over 1- 2 laboratory technicians. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and attention to detail.
Desired Qualifications*
  • Ph.D. in the above fields.
  • 4+ years of experience in a research laboratory.
  • Experience working independently with human models for in vivo studies (including techniques such as immunization or allergen sensitization, blood and tissue collection, blood and tissue processing).
  • Experience performing primary cell isolation.
  • Strong interest in research and learning new techniques under guidance by the PI and other lab personnel.
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 .

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.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

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