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 Life Sciences Institute explores biological processes, structures and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale.

For more information on the C. Wu laboratory: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/c-wu-lab

The laboratory of Dr. Connie Wu at the Life Sciences Institute (LSI) is looking for a highly motivated and organized person to join the lab as a Research Laboratory Technician Associate. You will join a collaborative workplace and will assist with several research projects in the lab, including development, screening, and in vivo evaluation of RNA therapeutic systems. You will report directly to Dr. Wu and work with members of the laboratory.

Experimental job duties will include:

• Molecular cloning, synthesis and characterization of therapeutic RNA molecules, protein purification

• Cell culture and in vitro screening of RNA functionality

• Immunoassays and flow cytometry

• In vivo studies in preclinical mouse models assessing RNA therapeutic functionality and biodistribution

Non-experimental job duties will include:

• Help maintain protocol and documents

• Minimum one year of wet laboratory experience in molecular biology, bioengineering, pharmaceutical sciences, or related field

• Minimum one-year (1) commitment

• Bachelor?s degree in biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, or related field

• Prior experience in basic molecular biology techniques

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.

Benefits at the University of Michigan:

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off

• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability coverage

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

• Maternity and Parental Leave

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

All applications for this position must be received by 11:59p Thursday, May 21st.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.