Research Laboratory Technician – Biology Job at Michigan Medicine
Join Michigan Medicine as a Research Laboratory Technician (Tech Assoc) in Ann Arbor and become part of a pioneering team advancing genetics and biomedical discovery. This full-time Biological Science Job offers hands-on experience in experimental design, molecular biology, and genetics. Whether you’re exploring biology jobs or launching your career in life science research, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful discoveries at one of the nation’s top medical research institutions. Explore more jobs at Michigan Medicine and take your scientific career to the next level.
About the Institute
Michigan Medicine, part of the University of Michigan, is a premier academic health system recognized for excellence in research, education, and patient care. Home to the nation’s first Department of Human Genetics, it continues to lead innovation in biological and life sciences. Employees at Michigan Medicine are part of a collaborative community working to improve lives through scientific discovery. Whether pursuing a research laboratory technician role or exploring other jobs at Michigan Medicine, you’ll find opportunities for growth, mentorship, and meaningful contributions to healthcare and biomedical science.
Job Details
- Job Title: Research Laboratory Technician Associate
- Job ID: 268150
- Location: Ann Arbor Campus, Ann Arbor, MI
Job Summary
A highly motivated individual is sought for a research laboratory at the University of Michigan Medical School. The laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms of human inherited diseases caused by mutations in a large family of ubiquitously expressed and essential genes. This is an excellent position for a recent graduate hoping to obtain two to three years of experience before applying to graduate school.
Required Qualifications
- 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 systems.
- 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.
Desired Qualifications
- 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 in analyzing research data and preparing data for presentations.
- Experience in training students and others in lab safety and in the application of new techniques.
Experimental responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- 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.
Non-experimental responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Purchasing lab supplies and equipment.
- Managing a lab safety program.
- Maintenance of lab equipment.
- Light weekend work feeding fish.
- Other duties as assigned.
