Research Laboratory Tech AssocApply NowJob SummaryNOTE: This will be a one (1) year term-limited appointment.The laboratory of Carole Parent at the Life Sciences Institute is looking for a research laboratory technician to join their research team. Projects aim to identify the molecular mechanisms by which innate immune cells reach sites of infection/injury using in vitro and in vivo approaches. The applicant will work with a postdoctoral fellow in the lab to perform the project and report directly to Dr. Parent.Mission StatementTheLife Sciences Institute (https://www.lsi.umich.edu/) explores biological processes, structures, and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale. With a diverse community of inquisitive minds and exceptional tools, we are a catalyst for breakthrough discoveries.For a summary of the Parent lab: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/parent-labResponsibilities
Isolate and handle innate immune cells from various sources
Perform immunofluorescence analyses and live imaging of migrating cells
Perform biochemical analyses of extracellular vesicles and lipid droplets
Perform quantitative analyses of high throughput imaging
Interpret findings and report to mentor
Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of experience isolating neutrophils and peripheral mononuclear cells from human blood
Minimum 1 year of experience isolating alveolars macrophages from rat lungs
Minimum 1 year of experience with cell biological (including live cell, high resolution and expansion microscopy), biochemical (including western blot, immunoprecipitation, eicosanoid Elisa, exosome and lipid droplet purification), and molecular biology (including retro/lentivirus infection) techniques as they apply to innate immune cells
Desired Qualifications
BS in Biological Sciences and Pharmacology, or a related discipline
Minimum 1 year of experience in analysis of directed cell movement and chemokine signaling
Additional InformationBenefits at the University of Michigan:In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Maternity and Parental Leave
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.Application DeadlineU-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job DetailJob Opening ID252309Working TitleResearch Laboratory Tech AssocJob TitleResearch Laboratory Tech AssocWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusNonexemptOrganizational GroupLife Sciences InstDepartmentLife Sciences Institute-AdminPosting Begin/End Date7/29/2024 - 8/05/2024Salary$33,000.00 - $33,000.00Career InterestResearchApply Now
