How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The Martens Lab at the University of Michigan Medical School (https://www.ericmartenslab.org/) is seeking a full-time Research Lab Specialist. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of experience as a full-time microbiologist after obtaining a Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably with experience in cultivation of anaerobic bacteria. Additional experience and areas of expertise that are sought, but not essential for a successful applicant, include molecular biology experience (PCR, cloning, bacterial molecular genetics), and bioinformatics (RNA-seq, genome sequencing). The successful applicant would work as part of a dynamic research team to isolate, identify and characterize fiber and mucin-degrading human gut bacteria with the greater goal of building next generation probiotic consortia to introduce into humans and increase digestive health. The successful candidate will also assist existing staff with product ordering, lab maintenance and microbial culture collection organization as needed.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
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*
- Design and setup research experiments, running experiments and gathering data.
- Documentation and analysis of data.
- Manage laboratory, including ordering supplies, ensuring compliance, and training staff.
- Present research findings in lab meetings and individual discussions.
- Responsible for writing certain components of progress reports and manuscripts.
- May co-author publications and may co-present results with the PI in formal meetings.
Required Qualifications*
- BA/BS or MS degrees.
- At least two years of experience as a full-time microbiologist, preferably with experience in cultivation of anaerobic bacteria.
Desired Qualifications*
Additional experience sought: molecular biology experience (PCR, cloning, bacterial molecular genetics), and bioinformatics (RNA-seq, genome sequencing).
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.
