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Research Laboratory Technician Sr./Inter./Assoc.
Location:
Ann Arbor, MI
Description:
Summary The Courtney Lab is seeking a full-time seeking a full-time Research Laboratory Technician within the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Michigan Medical School. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in a competitive research laboratory setting. This position will provide an exciting opportunity for you as the selected candidate to train and work in the area of cancer immunology. You will be expected to learn and implement new approaches to assess T cell function using mouse and cell culture models. You will gain experience with mouse tumor models to assess the effects of T cell therapies on tumor outgrowth and anti-tumor immunity. Other duties will include laboratory & mouse colony maintenance. 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. Responsibilities* Carrying out ex vivo T cell assays (proliferation, cytokine production, cell-mediated cytotoxicity) Assessing signaling pathways in T cells (e.g., protein phosphorylation) Data analysis and presentation Isolating primary immune cells from mice Culturing primary cells and cell lines for experiments Maintaining lab supplies and ordering Assisting with maintenance of a mouse colony Genotype and identify transgenic mice using PCR-based screens Maintaining a scientific notebook Maintain transgenic mouse colony Prepare shared lab reagents Required Qualifications* Associate level: Associate's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline Exposure to a research laboratory setting Intermediate level: Associate's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline A minimum of 1 year of laboratory research experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience working with mice (e.g., handling, isolating tissues etc) Senior level: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline A minimum of 2 years of laboratory research experience Experience working with mice and maintaining a mouse colony All levels: Ability to analyze data and communicate findings Capacity to work independently, manage time proficiently, and motivation to learn new techniques In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment. Desired Qualifications* Bachelor's degree in a biomedically relevant field such as Immunology, Cellular & Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline is preferred Mammalian cell culture experience Experience with immunofluorescence or flow cytometry Experience with molecular / cellular approaches (e.g., DNA isolation, Western blot) Underfill Statement This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Additional Information NOTE: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. PDN-9bb95090-6a4c-414b-90db-c909af4731d4
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