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Job Summary

Cognitive resilience is remarkable feature of the brain, allowing some individuals to maintain normal memory despite the presence of Alzheimer's disease pathology. The Kaczorowski Lab is seeking a Research Specialist Associate. The successful candidate(s) will work alongside existing lab members to design, perform, and interpret experiments focused on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Disease and Huntington disease. In addition, they will supervise and help train both undergraduate research assistants and junior technicians in the lab.

The Kaczorowski lab is in the Department of Neurology at the University of Michigan Medical School located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The city is ranked among the top 10 places to live in the U.S, with a community that is culturally rich, diverse, pedestrian and bike friendly. The Michigan Neuroscience Institute (MNI) continues to be a leader in innovative, collaborative, and visionary research in the areas of brain science and brain impacting diseases. MNI's cross-disciplinary research portfolio reflects the full range of basic and translational projects from molecular analyses to animal models to human applications. More information about the Kaczorowski lab can be found at http://kaczorowski.lab.medicine.umich.edu or on Twitter @KaczorowskiLab.

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*

The successful candidate will be able to plan, develop, execute, and analyze an independent research project in the context of a supportive lab and institutional environment. In addition, they will supervise and help train undergraduate research assistants and junior technicians in the lab. We are looking for someone that has the aptitude to learn new techniques, works well with others, and possesses strong critical thinking skills.

Help maintain lab organization and record all information, daily, in an official laboratory notebook.
Assist with experiments that involve mouse handling and animal behavior assays.
Maintain organization of mouse colonies, including supervision of genotyping and genetic crosses.
Assist with tissue dissection.
Onboard and train users in lab protocols, equipment operation and standard techniques.
Participate in periodic research discussions.
Present data and plans for new experiments during laboratory meetings.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop and achieve short- and long-range plans.
Ensure functionality and maintenance of instrumentation.
Additional duties as assigned.
Is organized, responsible, and reports results clearly and efficiently to supervisor.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related discipline
2+ years of directly related experience in a Laboratory setting

Desired Qualifications*

Mouse handling and husbandry skills desired. Training is provided.
Demonstrated ability in development of research protocols.
Demonstrated success in coordinating and/or conducting multiple, concurrent projects.
Established understanding of good safety practices and a demonstrated history of safe conduct.
Computer skills for data documentation, analysis, and presentation (Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalents) are required.
Advanced mouse handling, husbandry skills and biomethods.
Ability to interact with all individuals in a productive, professional and positive manner to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research program.

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.