Research Lab Specialist Inter

Job SummaryWe are seeking a laboratory technician with experience in rodent handling and molecular biology techniques to work on several exciting projects involving rodent modeling of genetic epilepsies and precision therapy. This individual will, under direction of the PI, help develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.Responsibilities*Management of transgenic mouse colonies.Help develop, design, and perform rodent genotyping according to plan, Collect data from genotyping and analyze results independently.Help develop, design, and perform rodent EEG/immunochemistry experiments and analyze results independently.In addition, the applicant will help with lab organization and general laboratory duties, and have day-to-day oversight of individual tasks/projects within the lab. Candidate will maintain independence in activities and decision making authority for their work portfolio. Required Qualifications*Inter:Master's degree and 4 to 5 years related experience. Employees in this classification are required to have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position.Rodent handling experience, including EEG and surgical skills and basic laboratory skills are required.  Assoc:Bachelor degree in related field and 1-3 years-related experience required. May require supervisory and budget administration experience. Employees in this classification are required to have a minimum of a Bachelor degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the positionRodent handling experience and basic laboratory skills are requiredDesired Qualifications*Inter:Supervisory and financial management experience preferred.Organizational skillsStrong work ethicAssoc:Master preferred. May require supervisory and budget administration experienceOrganizational skillsStrong work ethicModes of WorkPositions 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.Underfill StatementThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.Background ScreeningThe University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Job Opening ID Working TitleResearch Lab Specialist InterJob TitleResearch Lab Specialist InterWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusExemptOrganizational GroupMedical SchoolDepartmentMM Pediatrics-NeurologyPosting Begin/End Date10/05/2026 - 10/19/2026Career Interest
Research