Research Lab Specialist Senior

2 months ago

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 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 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.

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*

Works independently on defined research projects and is expected to make original scientific contributions. Design and conduct experiments to elucidate the contribution of particular ESCRT proteins and interacting lipids to membrane repair. Approaches used will range from in vitro analyses of protein-protein and protein-membrane interactions to cell biological studies of membrane repair.

Supervise, train and orient temporary lab staff, undergraduate and graduate student in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. Extensive knowledge of operation of lab equipment, including limitations and outcomes. Contribution to overall scientific efforts of the laboratory by advising, consulting and assisting laboratory staff as needed.

Placement and management of lab stocks and reagents. Will be expected to provide lab management support in the form of routine laboratory maintenance (inventory-keeping, preparation of stocks and buffers, etc.), record keeping, and compliance with University of Michigan regulations. Execution of lab policies, ensuring compliance in lab safety and OSEH regulations.

Perform statistical analysis, literature searches, write-up results for publications and generate ideas for grant applications.

Required Qualifications*
  • A PhD or MS degree in Biology or closely related field, with 5-6 years relevant research experience.
  • Applicant must have expertise in one or more of the key approaches used in the laboratory ideally including a track record of publication.
  • The successful candidate will be highly motivated and committed to research.
  • Some evening and weekend work may be required.
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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