Research Laboratory Specialist Associate

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Michelle Hastings is hiring an Associate Research Lab Specialist to join a project investigating RNA therapeutic approaches for genetic disease. The current focus of the project is on mRNA and antisense oligonucleotide drug discovery for treating lysosomal storage diseases. The lab uses cell and animal models of disease to test RNA drugs for the potential of treating disease. Applications of these approaches to other diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease are also investigated.

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*

• Responsible for the operation of the laboratory.

• Has an active role in the design, execution and outcome assessment of a project or research study.

• Coordinates the collection and analysis of data and the conduct of experimental tests and procedures.

• Analyzes experimental data.

• Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. Explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations, and outcomes.

• Increased responsibility for writing research support proposals and acquiring data from outside agencies.

• May act as a liaison with other departments, programs, or organizations for acquiring data and sharing information related to the research project.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree.

• 1-3 years of research experience.

• Experience in molecular biology, genetics, neuroscience, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, biophysics, or related field.

• Experience in molecular and cellular techniques.

• Excellent data analysis and management skills.

• Ability to work in a team.

• Strong oral and written scientific communication skills.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

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.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

250159

Working Title

Research Laboratory Specialist Associate

Job Title

Research Lab Specialist Assoc

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Pharmacology Department

Posting Begin/End Date

6/10/2024 - 8/03/2024

Career Interest

Research

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