Research Lab Technician Associate

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their application electronically here, including their CV and a short description (1 paragraph) of possible earlier research experiences/projects and qualifications that are related to this project. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Summary

This position will serve as a Research Lab Technician Associate supporting the ongoing translational knee injury studies in the animal science laboratory of Dr. Lindsey Lepley. The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with Dr. Lepley to execute and engage in activities to ensure steady experimental progress that leads to high quality data for publication. The successful candidate will be based at the School of Kinesiology in Ann Arbor, MI.

Responsibilities*

Management of rat colonies (30 % effort) which includes:

• Maintenance of aseptic techniques for rat surgery and tissue collections
• Performance of rodent behavior tests
  
  
  

Performance of basic histological procedures (40% effort) which includes:

• Antibody validation
• Immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence techniques
• Utilization of brightfield, fluorescence and confocal microscopy for histological quantification
• Maintain and order stocked supplies with records of working reagents
  
  
  

Work as part of a team, to collect, and interpret data (25% effort) which includes:

• Communication (written and verbal) with team members to convey and discuss research results
• Engagement in problem solving as required to solve technical problems
  
  
  

Other duties as assigned (5% effort)

Required Qualifications*

The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or Associate's degree and 1 year laboratory bench and/or animal research experience. Working under the direction of Dr. Lepley, this individual will assist in overseeing the lab's daily operations and be expected to help collect, analyze and process a variety of rodent-based laboratory procedures with minimal supervision (after a training period). Proven success with contributing to a positive workplace culture, and ability to consistently demonstrate our school's Core Values.

Additional Information

This is a one-year term-limited position, with the potential for extension. The salary range is $33.5-37K, commensurate with education and experience. An offer may be extended outside the general salary range shared in this posting based on equity, experience, knowledge, and skills for this role. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

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/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.