Research Lab Technician

6 days ago


Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States University of Michigan Full time

Job Summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Lab Technician to join our team. As a Research Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting the research efforts of our faculty and students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct experiments and procedures in a laboratory setting, including stereotactic injection, in vivo drug treatment, breathing responses, tissue harvest and processing, and cryosectioning.
  • Perform surgeries and behavioral assays on mice.
  • Conduct immunofluorescence and confocal imaging.
  • Manage animal surgery space and organize animal surgery records.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Associate's degree.
  • Minimum of six months prior laboratory experience.
  • Minimum of six months in basic molecular biology (e.g. DNA gel electrophoresis and DNA purification).
  • Minimum of six months experience in mouse handling.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or expected graduate) in Biology or related majors (e.g., Neuroscience, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry).
  • Prior experience in the following (> 6 months): Rodent surgeries (e.g., stereotaxic injection); Rodent behavioral essays; Mouse perfusion and tissue harvest; Cryosectioning; Immunofluorescence; Confocal imaging.

Work Environment

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees. This position is eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode, subject to the discretion of the hiring department.



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