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University of Michigan Research Lab Tech Intermediate in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Research Lab Tech Intermediate
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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*
Molecular Biology experiments including: DNA extraction, PCR amplification, cloning and construction of mutants, submission of samples for next generation (Illumina) sequencing, quality evalution of sequencing results, and initial analysis of sequencing data using graphical interface or line-command software packages. This work includes helping to troubleshoot and optimize the experiments below.
Perform in vitro assays of bacterial growth under various conditions, including by quantitative culture and growth curves of Klebsiella (Biosafety level 2). This includes management and organization of a large strain collection and set up of high throughput assays, conjugation assays, in vitro evolution experiments.
Ordering of lab supplies and maintaining inventory levels
Maintain laboratory resources including online procedure manual and bacterial strain collection
Assist with maintanence of laboratory records, and preparation for inspection, for chemical and biological safety certification
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or Associate's degree. At least one year of related experience, including with DNA extraction, PCR, ampicon sequencing, sterile technique, culture and safety working with biosafety level 2 pathogens.
Desired Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
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
248725
Working Title
Research Lab Tech Intermediate
Job Title
Research Lab Tech Intermediate
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Pathology Department
Posting Begin/End Date
5/06/2024 - 5/20/2024
Career Interest
Research
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