Research Technician Associate

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

The main duties of the candidate will be implementation of laboratory experiments and collection of data. The laboratory studies human adrenal disorders and is part of the internationally renowned Michigan Adrenal Group. The laboratory relies heavily on liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) utilization. Laboratory techniques used include serum sample extraction for LC-MS/MS analysis, PCR, mRNA and DNA isolation, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, cell culture, tissue microdissection, luciferase-mediated bioluminescence assays etc.
Additional responsibilities: maintain laboratory documentation for experimental analysis, condition and cleanliness of the lab, and instrument maintenance, help in ordering laboratory equipment and supplies and keeping the laboratory stocked at all times; present data at lab meetings; assist in the procurement, storage, maintenance of laboratory compliance with university regulatory agencies and documentation of data and tissues.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's or Master?s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or closely related field plus previous experience in a research laboratory in a related field. The successful candidate must also have a history of working well in a team environment and contributing to an enthusiastic and productive laboratory atmosphere.

Desired Qualifications*

Previous experience with techniques to be used desired. Analytical chemistry background and previous experience with LC-MS/MS is required.

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.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Research Technician Associate

Research Technician Associate

Ann Arbor Campus

Onsite

Full-Time

Regular

Nonexempt

Medical School

MM Metabolism, Endo & Diabetes

4/01/2026 - 4/15/2026

Research