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University of Michigan · 1 day ago

RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)

positionAnn Arbor, MI
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityEntry Level
date1+ years exp

The University of Michigan is dedicated to improving health through education, patient care, and research. They are seeking a Research Assistant I to perform molecular biology techniques, analyze data, and assist in writing up research results.

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Responsibilities

Culture cells and carry out directed gene knockout, biochemical assays, cell sorting, QPCR, Western Blotting, imaging and other molecular biology techniques on the cells
Collect analyze, graph and interpret data
Carry out whole genome CRISR screens and analyze the data
Help write up results and interpretation for grants, papers, posters

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesData analysisCell cultureBiochemical assaysCell sortingQPCRWestern BlottingCell imagingWordExcelPowerPointAdobe PDFOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeam collaborationClear communication

Required

Candidate must have at least a Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of experience with wet laboratory work and data analysis
Experience includes cell culture, cell staining, cell imaging, cell sorting, molecular biology techniques, genetic alteration of cells and assay development
Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF's and e-mail is required
Exceptionally strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work both semi-independently and collaboratively in a research team
Ability to communicate clearly with team members and the PI

Preferred

A Masters degree in cell biology or molecular biology is highly preferred
Working knowledge of concepts and methods in biostatistics is desired
Familiarity with lab protocols and procedures preferred

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

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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

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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
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Robert Goodspeed
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