• Research Fellow

    University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI)


    RESEARCH FELLOW

    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.

    Responsibilities*

    This work requires advanced skills in molecular and cellular biology, interpersonal communication, project management, professional research presentations, and reporting. The individual is responsible for identifying study subjects, gathering clinical data, obtaining informed consent according to the approved IRB protocol, and coordinating sample collection in collaboration with Kellogg Eye Center clinical staff. Tasks include preparing tissue samples for single-nucleus RNA-seq, data analysis, primary cell culture, 3-D organoid preparation, CRISPR-Cas9 library screening, and statistical data analysis. You must work closely with the PI and be responsible for reporting data at quarterly meetings with the sponsor.

    Required Qualifications*

    + Minimum of Ph.D. in Biology or related field of study

    + Several years of postdoctoral research experience in a basic research laboratory

    + Willingness to learn new techniques

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills

    + Exceptional ability to work with a team

     

    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

     

    269250

     

    Working Title

    RESEARCH FELLOW

    Job Title

    RESEARCH FELLOW

    Work Location

     

    Ann Arbor Campus

     

    Ann Arbor, MI

     

    Modes of Work

     

    Onsite

     

    Full/Part Time

     

    Full-Time

     

    Regular/Temporary

     

    Regular

     

    FLSA Status

     

    Exempt

     

    Organizational Group

     

    Medical School

     

    Department

     

    MM Metabolism, Endo & Diabetes

     

    Posting Begin/End Date

     

    10/01/2025 - 10/15/2025

     

    Career Interest

     

    Research Fellows