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 Section of Vascular Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor) seeks a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Laboratory Technician Intermediate in the laboratory of Dr. Katherine Gallagher. The research in this laboratory works to improve innate immunity and cell function in vascular diseases. Cutting-edge techniques and a supportive environment have led to many laboratory projects that have translational potential. In addition to providing technical support to senior members of the laboratory, the candidate will also lead an independent research project.

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*

• Perform in vivo work including subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, and intravenous injections
• Perform mouse genotyping by polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
• Perform tissue culture work/molecular cell biology techniques with cells harvested from mice with high degree of proficiency
• Maintain databases and experimental records; analyze/evaluate results; prepare reports
• Maintain lab equipment, responsible for lab organization and maintenance
• Lead an independent research project

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in biological science
• 1-3 years’ experience working with laboratory mice
• Experience in molecular biology techniques such as protein analysis using SDS-PAGE
• Excellent organization skills
• Experience with standard computer software
• Skilled writing and editing

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.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely.   More information on this new policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.