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University of Michigan · 1 day ago

RESEARCH ASST II (TEMP)

positionAnn Arbor, MI
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

The University of Michigan is seeking a hands-on Research Assistant II to support mouse genetics and molecular biology studies in nutrition and metabolism. This role involves routine mouse work, molecular biology techniques, and maintaining lab operations while ensuring compliance and communication with the team.

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Responsibilities

Mouse work: routine handling, genotyping (ear/tail snips), dissections, colony maintenance, and basic husbandry (e.g. cage changes, IDs, supply requests) in a PI-managed satellite space
Molecular biology: PCR/qPCR, Western blot sample prep and runs
Experimental support: Follow SOPs to design and execute experiments with PI/supervisor; maintain detailed electronic lab notebooks and organize data
Lab operations: Monitor and restock supplies, maintain shared equipment, uphold EH&IACUC compliance and lab cleanliness
Teamwork & communication: Coordinate schedules for animal procedures; participate in brief check-ins and report progress

Qualification

Molecular biologyMouse handlingPCR/qPCRWestern blotRecord-keepingAttention to detailTeamworkCommunication

Required

BS/BA or MS in Biomedical Sciences or related field
1 year of hands-on molecular biology in a research lab (PCR, qPCR, and/or Western blot)
Mouse experience required: Handling, basic procedures, and tissue dissections
Strong record-keeping, reliability, and attention to detail; comfort with on-site, lab-based work
Ability to commit to the role for at least two years if converted to full-time

Company

University of Michigan

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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
dateFounded in 1817
location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.umich.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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2022 (473)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$359.75M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant

Leadership Team

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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
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Robert Goodspeed
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