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Research Lab Specialist Inter

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.

What You'll Do

With overall direction from the manager of the BRCF Epigenomics core, this individual will work independently on investigator projects as part of the fee for service activity. This includes but is not limited to the development of assays, sample preparation services and quality control assessments. This individual will also work in collaboration with other BRCF cores for project throughput.

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*

+ With overall direction from the manager of the Epigenomics Core, this individual will work on investigator projects as part of the fee for service activity of the core. This can include development of assays, sample preparation services and quality control assessments.

+ As directed and trained, will prepare samples for existing service offerings by the Epigenomics Core for Chip-Seq, Cut & Run, ATAC-Seq, library preparation for methylation assays, and bisulfite treatment for downstream applications.

+ Conduct nuclei isolation, DNA & RNA extraction and sample quality control via qPCR & Agilent TapeStation; perform other more complex assays as directed

+ Perform sample intake from clients, log samples into inventory, organize. Enter data into MiCores; work closely with other BRCF cores to complete projects.

+ Maintain equipment including calibrations and operation. Order stock supplies, solvents/chemicals; maintain of lab safety manuals.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor?s degree in science. Prior experience in molecular biology (minimum of 5 years) including some of the following techniques: nuclei isolation from frozen cells/tissues for ChIP-Seq and ATAC-Seq, nucleic acid extractions and quality control, PCR, quantitative PCR. Must demonstrate excellent skills in recording data, organizational skills in the laboratory, effective communication skills (both verbally and in writing) with customers from a diverse environment. Interpersonal skills are required to participate in our laboratory team that can include both the Epigenomics Core and other BRCF core facilities. The applicant should be detail oriented with a willingness to learn new skills, able to work independently and as part our team.

Desired Qualifications*

Master's Degree in science. Prior experience with epigenomics assays, Cut & Run and/or ChIP-Seq.

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.

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

266179

Working Title

Research Lab Specialist Inter

Job Title

Research Lab Specialist Inter

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 BRCF Epigenomics Core

Posting Begin/End Date

11/05/2025 - 11/26/2025

Career Interest

Research