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.

Job Summary

The Department of Pathology seeks a full-time technician to participate in translational studies of respiratory infectious diseases, asthma, and other pulmonary diseases. The applicant will become an integral member of the Dr. Fonseca research group studying lung immunopathology. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to perform experiments using various state-of-the-art techniques involving cell biology, molecular biology, and in vivo animal models. This position also provides the opportunity to learn cutting-edge primary cell culture techniques required for cultivating human and murine lung epithelial cells. The selected candidate will help with the management of mouse colonies, facilitate primary cell culture, and assist with executing experiments under the supervision of the laboratory manager and principal investigators.

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*

Perform mRNA extraction, cDNA conversion, and qRTPCR.
Maintain primary cell cultures and cell lines for experiments.
Process murine samples, including tissue dissociation and cell culture.
Cryosection frozen tissues and perform immunohistochemistry experiments.
Conduct in vivo rodent fibrosis and inflammation experiments.
Analyze protein expression and cell signaling by western blotting.
Collaborate scientifically with colleagues, including training new lab members and supervising/mentoring undergraduate students.
Contribute to general lab upkeep.

Required Qualifications*

HS Diploma or associate degree
1 year experience to qualify for the Associate level and 1-2 years experience to qualify for the Intermediate level
Strong writing and communication skills
Proficiency in Prism and MS Office
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

Desired Qualifications*

A bachelor's degree in biological science or health sciences and at least one year of laboratory research experience are required.
Research lab experience in cell culture and molecular biology are required. Proficiently in routine laboratory techniques is needed.
Additional lab experience in areas of molecular genetics (genotyping of mouse colonies) or biochemistry is preferred.
A strong motivation to advance research and laboratory techniques, along with the ability to solve problems and develop new research directions, is desired. Preference will be given to applicants who take initiative and work well with other research team members.
Proficiency in English, strong work ethic, computer (word processing, PowerPoint, and spreadsheet software), and communication skills are required.

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 the work modes.

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/AA Statement

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