• Research Lab Specialist Senior

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    Research Lab Specialist Senior

    Job Summary

    The Kresge Hearing Research Institute seeks a dynamic and experienced Research Lab Specialist to manage and execute a project focused on developing drugs for peripheral neuropathies. This full-time position is ideal for a candidate with a strong foundation in cell-based bioassays, animal handling, behavioral testing, tissue harvesting, nucleic acid extractions, histological analysis, confocal microscopy imaging.

    Responsibilities*

    The candidate will assist the Principal Investigator in the design, execution and evaluation of the research project, ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations, assist in the writing of manuscripts, reports and abstracts for presentation at meetings, or publication in scientific journals, and critical evaluation of the relevant literature.

    Required Qualifications*

    + PhD degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

    + 5-6 years of research experience.

    + Ability to work independently and to manage multiple research projects simultaneously.

    + Strong oral and written communication skills.

    + Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a collaborative environment.

    + Proficiency in data management, regulatory documentation, and compliance oversight.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management software.

    + Familiarity with University research policies and procedures.

     

    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) .

     

    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 Statement

     

    The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

     

    Job Detail

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    268968

     

    Working Title

     

    Research Lab Specialist Senior

     

    Job Title

     

    Research Lab Specialist Senior

     

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Hybrid

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Medical School

     

    Department

     

    MM Kresge Hearing Research Ins

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    10/02/2025 - 10/09/2025

     

    Career Interest

     

    Research