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Michigan Medicine · 3 days ago

Research Laboratory Tech Assoc

Ann Arbor, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Michigan Medicine is a leading health care complex known for its advancements in medical and technological fields. They are seeking a highly motivated individual for a Research Laboratory Technician Associate position in their Department of Human Genetics, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of inherited diseases and providing valuable experience for recent graduates.

EducationHealth CareMedical

Responsibilities

Design and perform PCR assays, restriction enzyme digests, and DNA sequencing analysis

Clone DNA and propagate in bacteria

Culture and transfect mammalian cells

Perform Northern and Western blot analyses

Perform fluorescence microscopy and luciferase assays, including data analysis

C. elegans and mouse husbandry and experimentation

Train laboratory personnel in safety practices and scientific methodologies

Purchasing lab supplies and equipment

Managing lab safety program

Maintenance of lab equipment

Light weekend work feeding fish

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

PCR assaysDNA sequencingC. elegans experimentationLaboratory safety protocolsData analysisTraining othersTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in biology, genetics, or a related area of study

1 year of undergraduate research experience

Willingness to work with worm and mouse model system

Knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety protocols including biological and chemical safety

Ability and motivation to learn new experimental approaches and safety protocols, and analyze and present data

Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Preferred

2 years or more of undergraduate wet lab experience

Experience with PCR assays

Experience with DNA sequencing and analysis

Experience with worm (C. elegans) experimentation

Experience analyzing research data and preparing data for presentations

Experience in training students and others in lab safety and on the application of new techniques

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Company

Michigan Medicine

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Michigan Medicine is a health care system and academic medical center that provides medical education and more. It is a sub-organization of University of Maichigan.

Founded in 1869

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees