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.

This work requires advanced skills in molecular and cellular biology, interpersonal communication, project management, professional research presentations, and reporting. The individual is responsible for identifying study subjects, gathering clinical data, obtaining informed consent according to the approved IRB protocol, and coordinating sample collection in collaboration with Kellogg Eye Center clinical staff. Tasks include preparing tissue samples for single-nucleus RNA-seq, data analysis, primary cell culture, 3-D organoid preparation, CRISPR-Cas9 library screening, and statistical data analysis. You must work closely with the PI and be responsible for reporting data at quarterly meetings with the sponsor.

• Minimum of Ph.D. in Biology or related field of study
• Several years of postdoctoral research experience in a basic research laboratory
• Willingness to learn new techniques
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional ability to work with a team

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.

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.

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.