Research Lab Specialist Senior

2 weeks ago


Ann Arbor, United States University of Michigan Full time

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 . Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30, 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*

Performing laboratory experiments - Independently and collaboratively develop and manage research experiments, determining the most suitable methods to be used. Interpret and perform complex data analysis on experimental results and determine whether they are consistent with goals. Maintain a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with current scientific literature. As needed, develop innovative techniques and experimental systems to meet research program goals. Project management: Develop and oversee laboratory research projects in collaboration with PI. Provide direction and ideas including identification of scientific problem, design of approach to address it, and identification, acquisition, and management of resources to perform investigations. Grant preparation and financial laboratory management: In collaboration the PI, help prepare grant applications, including planning, budgeting, editing, and figure preparation. Attend budget meetings and participate in resource allocation and planning, including assigning personnel effort to specific grants and projects. Prepare manuscripts for publication including writing, editing, figure preparation, revisions, and submission in collaboration with project leaders (i.e. Research Fellows, Clinical Fellows, Staff Scientists). Track personnel progress on their projects and help ensure maximum productivity. Foster and support teamwork. Ensure that research team members maintain accurate and detailed records of all experimental procedures, data collections and analysis performed. Provide training to all members of the lab including staff scientists, postdoctoral fellows, clinical research fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

Required Qualifications*

Master's Degree required 5-6 years related experience Supervisor and financial management experience required Molecular biology techniques required: PCR, primer design, cell culture, transfections, transductions, Western blots, cloning. Ability to generate figures, assist in manuscript and grant submissions, and provide scientific and writing feedback. Familiarity with supply ordering, procurement, and lab management. Strong publication record. Proven ability to work collaboratively with and manage a high performing laboratory group. Proficient with computers specifically MS Office (which includes Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and statistical analysis software such as GraphPad Prism. Knowledge of policy and regulations applicable to the laboratory, including but not limited to safety, animal work, and radiation. Technical proficiency, scientific creativity collaborative ability, and independent thinker. Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal. Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems. Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, including those led by other team members. Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate complex scientific equipment and develop and troubleshoot complex experimental protocols. Demonstrated ability to build productive cross functional collaborations both internally and externally. Ability to analyze short- and long-term project needs. Ability to strategize long term laboratory-wide research directions. Ability to schedule, manage and coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Desired Qualifications*

Doctoral degree in relevant field and 3 years of relevant post-doctoral work experience.  Expertise in epigenetics, genomics, and cancer biology are required. Expertise with ChIPseq, RNAseq, RRBS, scRNAseq, and data visualization/analysis is strongly preferred. Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 KO technology is strongly preferred.

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



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