• Research Lab Tech Intermediate/Associate

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Research Lab Tech Intermediate/Associate

     

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    Job Summary

    A Research Lab Technician position is available in the laboratories of Dr. Peng Li and Dr. Wenjing Wang at the Life Sciences Institute of the University of Michigan. We are looking for someone with a background in molecular biology and neurobiology to apply novel chemical tools in in vivo mouse model. You will perform rodent surgeries and histological analysis to examine the application of novel genetic tools in mouse models. You will report directly to both Dr. Peng Li and Dr. Wenjing Wang and will work full-time onsite.

     

    Mission Statement

     

    TheLife Sciences Institute (https://www.lsi.umich.edu/) explores biological processes, structures, and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale. With a diverse community of inquisitive minds and exceptional tools, we are a catalyst for breakthrough discoveries.

    More information on the Li and Wang lab can be found at:

    https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/peng-li-lab

     

    https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/wenjing-wang-lab

    Responsibilities*

    Experimental tasks will include:

    + Lead an independent research project, to include the following: 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;

    Non-experimental tasks will include:

    + Help manage animal surgery space

    + Organizing animal surgery records

    Required Qualifications*

    + High School Diploma or Associate's degree

    + 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.

     

    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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

     

    Underfill Statement

     

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

     

    Additional Information

    Benefits at the University of Michigan:

    In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

     

    + Generous time off

    + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions

    + Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

    + Dental and Vision Insurance

    + Life insurance

    + Long-term disability coverage

    + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

    + Maternity and Parental Leave

     

    Background Screening

     

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    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 Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    264690

     

    Working Title

     

    Research Lab Tech Intermediate/Associate

     

    Job Title

     

    Research Lab Tech Intermediate

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Nonexempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Life Sciences Inst

     

    Department

     

    Life Sciences Institute-Admin

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    6/05/2025 - 6/26/2025

     

    Salary

     

    $31,512.00 -

     

    Career Interest

     

    Research