Research Laboratory Tech Assoc./ Intermediate

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 Savier lab at the University of Michigan in the Department of Molecular and Integrative Physiology is looking for a Research Laboratory Tech Intermediate to conduct experiments and manage the laboratory. The Savier lab is seeking motivated candidates to help conduct the multilevel approach the lab is taking to map the visual system, functionally and anatomically. More precisely, we are looking for candidates interested in the management of laboratory and supplies, management of research animal colonies and performing histology and in vivo imaging and quantification.

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*

• Execute and analyze histological and in vivo imaging experiments
• Handle and train laboratory animals
• Coordinate experiments and communicate results between collaborators
• Fully documents procedures
• Manage lab supplies and orders
• Follow laboratory and institutional guidelines and protocol
• Implement and maintain safety guidelines
• Adjust work schedule according to experimental demand and work in close collaboration with other lab members

Required Qualifications*

Associate Level:

• B.S. or B.A. degree in a relevant biological science, for example, Biology, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Neuroscience, Life Science or related disciplines.
• Must have excellent record-keeping and a good sense of logistics.
• Ability to work in a team project environment.

Intermediate Level:

• B.S. or B.A. degree in a relevant biological science, for example, Biology, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Neuroscience, Life Science or related disciplines.
• 1-3 years of experience with imaging data analysis and software.
• Must have excellent record-keeping and a good sense of logistics.
• Ability to work in a team project environment.

Desired Qualifications*

Associate Level:

Prior experience in a laboratory setting is not required, however demonstrating interest in pursuing in academia will be considered as a plus.

Intermediate Level:

Experience with laboratory animal handling.

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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Research Laboratory Tech Assoc./ Intermediate

Research Lab Tech Intermediate

Ann Arbor Campus

Onsite

Full-Time

Regular

Nonexempt

Medical School

MM Molec & Integratv Physiolog

4/16/2025 - 5/17/2025

Research