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.

Summary

The Chang lab, in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, is recruiting a full-time Research Laboratory Technician to conduct independent research in investigating the role of iron T cells. The role encompasses experimental and non-experimental responsibilities. We are a basic science lab, within the University of Michigan Medical School, focusing on investigating the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern immune function.

The successful applicant will be able to consult the literature or other scientists to determine the course of their own experiments, with input from the PI, and participate in the design of research goals, approaches, and alternative approaches.  They will balance this research activity with functional lab management and supervisory responsibilities. 

Contributions to our research projects will result in co-authorship on publications whenever appropriate. The position offers opportunities for growth in leadership and research skills.  Attendance at research seminars is highly encouraged.

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*

• Consulting primary literature, design, execute experiments, and evaluate results.  Suggest modifications to experimental design, controls, and alternative explanations of the data.
• Coordinate collaborations with other laboratories for acquiring data and sharing information related to the research.  Prepare data tables and figures for sharing in collaborative projects.
• Oversee breeding colonies of a dozen mouse lines, including husbandry and record-keeping, maintenance of mouse colony, and compliance with safety and health requirements.
• Train research technicians, undergraduates, and postdocs in laboratory procedures, including primary cell preparation and culture, and analysis by flow cytometer; RNA, DNA and protein preparations and analysis.
• Ensure that documentation of lab inventions and protocols, safety records, hazardous waste, and radioactivity use complies with university and federal regulations. Coordinate lab safety training for individuals. Maintain lab personnel work and ensure its appropriately conducted and documented. Maintain laboratory equipment, manage and order lab supplies, and manage the disposal of hazardous and radioactive waste.
• Prepare oral and written data for sharing with other researchers. Attend meetings and present research findings. Draft primary research articles and review articles.
• Assist in the preparation of grant proposals. Evaluate the research design, hypotheses, data interpretation, and presentation for grant applications.

Required Qualifications*

SENIOR LEVEL - Bachelor's degree in biology or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant laboratory research experience in molecular biology, immunology, microbiology. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student experience.  

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL- Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field with 1 year of laboratory research experience in molecular biology, immunology, microbiology. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student experience. 

ASSOCIATE LEVEL - Associate's or bachelor's degree in biology or a related field is required.  

Requirements for all classification levels - The candidate must be open to working with experimental mice.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This is a term limited position expected to end June 30, 2025. An extension is possible but is based on the availability of funding. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits.  This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct. 

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.