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 Biomedical Research Core Facilities (BRCF), as part of the Medical School's Office of Research (OoR), has an opening in the Proteomics Resource Facility (PRF). Using state-of-the-art instrumentation, the Proteomics Resource Facility team assists researchers in designing proteomic experiments. We provide technical expertise and bioinformatic support during both discovery and validation phases of proteomic experiments in a fee-for-service, cost-effective, and timely manner. We have contributed to over 150 publications, supported numerous successful grant applications, and we are a designated shared resource for the Rogel Cancer Center.

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*

Research and evaluate new sample preparation protocols. These include protocols related, but not limited, to improving methods utilized in bottom-up proteomics (protein digestion, peptide clean-up, etc.), enriching post-translationally modified peptides, and managing sub-nanogram quantities of proteins. Optimize the protocols for sensitivity, specificity, and reproducibility, ready to be deployed as a new or updated service offered by the PRF.
Assist in preparing the samples for analysis using the existing protocols currently deployed at the facility.
Research and evaluate novel workflows of MS data acquisition and data analysis.
Assist the team members in routine maintenance of existing equipment to ensure their optimal performance.
Work as a team member to maintain the laboratory in good working order. Communicate and collaborate effectively to deliver on-time and high-quality results. Provide recommendations to core leadership regarding adopting new platforms.
Interact with PRF customers to educate them regarding existing technology and equipment capabilities, limitations and outcomes. Other occasional duties include preparing reports and meeting with clients to discuss the reports.

Required Qualifications*

Master's degree, Ph.D. preferred, in chemistry, biochemistry or equivalent life science discipline.
5-6 years of research experience with proteomic technologies or related technologies.
Strong background in protein chemistry is required.
Must be proficient in using both vendor-specific and publicly available software tools for MS data analysis.
Must be meticulous both at the lab bench and with recordkeeping skills.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience with the operations and maintenance of mass spectrometers.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, onsite.

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.

Additional Information

The Michigan Medicine Biomedical Research Core Facilities are firmly committed to advancing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Belonging which are core values at the Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce, as it is a reflection of our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where every team member feels respected, valued, and safe.

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.