Job Summary
The Goforth Lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Michigan Medical Scholl is seeking a Research Laboratory Specialist Associate. Our laboratory combines in vivo and ex vivo measures of physiology to examine the neural control of metabolism and motivated behavior.
Mission Statement
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Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
As the selected candidate, you will work fairly independently to carry out the following responsibilities:
- Conduct animal and laboratory experiments, collect and analyze data, and develop new and/or revised research methodologies
- Disseminate information to laboratory staff through data presentation and assist with abstract and manuscript preparation
- Oversee laboratory equipment and supplies
- Organize laboratory animal and supply purchasing
- Assist with the preparation of regulatory protocols and revisions
- Maintain administrative records related to regulatory protocols and purchases
- Provide general technical support and assist in day-to-day operations of the laboratory
- Assist in mentoring and training new undergraduate students
Required Qualifications*
- A Bachelor's degree in a biomedical science and 2-3 years of experience in a related field
- Prior research experience working in a neuroscience and/or behavioral laboratory and animal laboratory experience
- Experience with rodent stereotaxic injection and mouse handling procedures
- Experience with immunohistochemistry and microscopy
- Familiarity with ex vivo calcium imaging
Desired Qualifications*
- A Master's degree in Pharmacology
- Experience with laboratory management, including purchasing
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
