University of Michigan · 19 hours ago
Research Laboratory Tech Assoc
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$34K/yr - $38K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Michigan is a leading institution dedicated to advancing health through education, service, research, and discovery. They are seeking a Research Laboratory Tech Associate to conduct experiments, maintain detailed records, and assist in data collection and analysis within the School of Dentistry.
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Responsibilities
Conduct experiments to support ongoing research including: Surgical procedures and injections
Perfusions
Tissue dissection and processing including cryosectioning
Immunohistochemistry
In situ hybridization
Maintain detailed records of all experiments and data via online servers
Interpret and implement research methodology under supervision
Identify problems and limitations and recommend solutions
Data collection, analysis, and interpretation: Assist in data collection including confocal microscopy and behavioral assays
Analyze data for interpretation by research team
Assist in manuscript preparation
Contribute to the development and design of research projects
Provide technical training to other lab members
Qualification
Required
The applicant must have a BS degree in neuroscience or biological sciences
Have 1-year previous experience in research laboratory setting
The candidate must be willing to work with mice
Curiosity, positive attitude, and willingness to learn are essential
Critical thinking abilities are a must
The candidate should be detail-oriented, function well in a team, exhibit good interpersonal skills, and demonstrate respect for others
The candidate should be highly motivated and capable of functioning autonomously to complete goals after initial direction
The position necessitates a candidate with organizational skills, ability to manage time, and demonstrated accountability and long-term commitment
Excellent attendance record
Benefits
Generous paid time off for vacations, holidays, sick time, season days, and paid parental leave.
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after the first year of employment.
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
Life insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Work-life programs to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources, and mental and emotional health service.
Company
University of Michigan
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.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$359.75MKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant
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Robert Goodspeed
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