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The Welch Laboratory is seeking a Research Lab Specialist Associate, the candidate will have an active role in the design, execution and outcome assessment of a research study. The candidate will coordinate the collection and analysis of data and the conduct of experimental tests and procedures. The candidate will provide input into the development of computer models for analyzing experimental data. They will also train other users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. 

• Contribute to writing research support and proposals and acquiring data from outside agencies.
• May act as liaison between with other department, program, and organizations for acquiring data and sharing information related to the research project.
• Develops, designs and conducts more complex experiments in line with a research plan and reviews results periodically with PI or senior research staff.
• Responsible for developing components of the data analysis systems for data analysis.
• Evaluate results and recommend improvements in research design.
• Responsible for writing certain components of progress reports and manuscripts. May co-author publications and may co-present results with the PI in formal meetings.
   

Bachelor's degree is required. 1-3 years of experience in a related field.

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.

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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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.