Job Description

Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Michelle Hastings is hiring a Lead Research Lab Technician to work on projects investigating RNA therapeutics for treating disease. Current projects involve mRNA and antisense oligonucleotide approaches for treating lysosomal storage disease, Usher syndrome, cystic fibrosis, as well as pediatric and age-related neurodegenerative diseases. The lab uses cell and animal models of disease to test potential RNA drugs. Collaboration with academic, private and industry partners has a prominent role in our work.

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*
Responsible for the operation of the laboratory.
Assists higher level staff in developing, designing, and conducting research projects according to plan and protocols.
Suggests options for improving procedures and research protocols.
Trains users in equipment operation and laboratory techniques. Explains and demonstrates technology and equipment capabilities, operations limitations, and outcomes.
Assists in literature searches and in providing written input in research grant proposals and publications.
May act as a liaison with other departments, programs, or organizations for acquiring data and following up on queries from higher level staff.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor’s degree.
2-3 years of experience in molecular biology, genetics, neuroscience, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physiology, biophysics, or related field.
Experience in molecular and cellular techniques.
Excellent data analysis and management skills.
Strong leadership and organization skills and ability to work in a team.
Strong oral and written scientific communication skills.