Research Laboratory Tech Assoc

1 month ago

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States University of Michigan Health System Full time
Job Summary

NOTE: This will be a one (1) year term-limited appointment.

The laboratory of Carole Parent at the Life Sciences Institute is looking for a research laboratory technician to join their research team. Projects aim to identify the molecular mechanisms by which innate immune cells reach sites of infection/injury using in vitro and in vivo approaches. The applicant will work with a postdoctoral fellow in the lab to perform the project and report directly to Dr. Parent.

Mission Statement

The explores biological processes, structures, and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale. With a diverse community of inquisitive minds and exceptional tools, we are a catalyst for breakthrough discoveries.

For a summary of the Parent lab:

Responsibilities*
  • Isolate and handle innate immune cells from various sources
  • Perform immunofluorescence analyses and live imaging of migrating cells
  • Perform biochemical analyses of extracellular vesicles and lipid droplets
  • Perform quantitative analyses of high throughput imaging
  • Interpret findings and report to mentor
Required Qualifications*
  • Minimum 1 year of experience isolating neutrophils and peripheral mononuclear cells from human blood
  • Minimum 1 year of experience isolating alveolars macrophages from rat lungs
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with cell biological (including live cell, high resolution and expansion microscopy), biochemical (including western blot, immunoprecipitation, eicosanoid Elisa, exosome and lipid droplet purification), and molecular biology (including retro/lentivirus infection) techniques as they apply to innate immune cells
Desired Qualifications*
  • BS in Biological Sciences and Pharmacology, or a related discipline
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in analysis of directed cell movement and chemokine signaling
Additional Information

Benefits at the University of 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:
  • Generous time off
  • Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Maternity and Parental Leave
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

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

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