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.

The newly established group of Dr. Herman Fung at Cell & Developmental Biology (CDB) and the Life Sciences Institute (LSI) is looking for a Research Lab Tech Senior or Intermediate Laboratory Manager to help set up a lab (https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/herman-fung-lab). Our group uses cutting-edge cryo-EM and cryo-ET methods to explore human structural cell biology with a focus on chromatin and nuclear structures. You will join a dynamic team of technology developers, cell and structural biology experimentalists, assist with research projects, and manage daily laboratory operations. You will contribute toward a welcoming, positive atmosphere in the laboratory. The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular and cell biology, and an openness to acquiring new cryo-EM skillsets.

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 (the match will start after the employee has been at UM for one year and is enrolled in the Basic Retirement Plan). 

Scientific Research

• Human stem cell maintenance
• Supporting molecular cloning, gene editing and light microscopy efforts in the laboratory
• Gaining competence in cryo-ET workflows within the lab, including cryo-FIB milling, cryo-light microscopy and cryo-ET data collection, and supporting lab members once trained

Lab management, training and supervision

• Onboarding and training of lab members in established protocols of the laboratory
• Purchasing and management of laboratory equipment and supplies
• Completing lab documentation and safety inspections
• Interfacing with lab managers and administrative staff across departments

Research Laboratory Technician Senior: A Bachelor's Degree and 1-2 years of experience in molecular biology or related discipline is required.

Research Laboratory Technician Intermediate: A High School Diploma or Associate's degree and 1-3 years experience in molecular biology or a related discipline is required. A Bachelor?s Degree is preferred. 

Other required qualifications include:

• Independent work ethic and desire to learn and implement new protocols
• Ability to manage your role in multiple collaborative projects
• Experience in cell culture and molecular cloning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in at least one of the following is preferred, but not required:

• Experience in CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and light microscopy
• Experience in recombinant protein production
• Experience in single-particle cryo-EM and/or cryo-ET workflows
• Experience in laboratory management

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.

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

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