Research Laboratory Tech Assoc-Bell

Laboratory Technician The Laboratory Technician will support the daily operations of a cancer research laboratory in the Department of Physiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. The laboratory investigates tumor immunology, cancer metabolism, and interactions between immune cells and cancer cells. The technician will work under the supervision of the principal investigator and collaborate with laboratory members. Responsibilities include laboratory establishment and management, mouse colony management, experimental support, data and documentation, safety and compliance, collaboration, project development, and professional development. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a relevant biological or biomedical science field, biomedical laboratory experience preferred, strong organization, attention to detail, recordkeeping, communication, and teamwork skills, ability to follow protocols, troubleshoot routine technical issues, and work independently and collaboratively. Experience with mouse colony management, animal research, cell culture, or molecular/cellular biology techniques is desirable. 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. 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. Supervision, mentorship, and growth the technician will report to the principal investigator and receive structured training, ongoing mentorship, and professional development. This position offers the opportunity to become a long-term founding member of a growing research team, with increasing responsibility and the potential to lead a project as skills and experience develop. Work environment work will take place in a biomedical research laboratory and, as applicable, approved animal research facilities. The position requires compliance with University of Michigan safety, training, and animal care requirements. 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 statement the 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.