Job Summary

The Research Assistant will conduct studies with animal models of cancer; perform laboratory studies needed to prepare for and analyze data from experiments; and manage the lab inventory of mice.

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*

The position entails animal studies, including but not limited to surgeries, imaging studies, tumor measurements, and treatment with approved drugs and investigational compounds. The Research Assistant will help plan experiments; prepare reagents for animal studies; perform imaging studies from intravital microscopy to whole animal modalities; become proficient in animal procedures including survival surgeries, tail vein injections, intracardiac injections, oral gavage, anesthesia, and intubation. This person will analyze data from experiments and assist with preparation of manuscripts and grant applications. The Research Assistant will maintain accurate records of all experiments and procedures in addition to an inventory of mice available for studies.

Required Qualifications*

B.S. in Animal Science, experience working with animals, experience with animal surgical procedures, experience with administering medicines to animals on a regular schedule, experience with record keeping, and experience with intubating mice for imaging studies.

Desired Qualifications*

B.S. in a biomedical science field

Work Schedule

Days; 40 hrs per week.

Work Locations

BSRB

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.

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.