How to Apply
- A cover letter outlining your goals, accomplishments, and your interest in our lab, our work, and the position. Please include how your goals can be realized by your stint in our lab.
- An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
- Name and contact information of at least three referees who are familiar with your work and can speak about your qualifications for this position.
Job Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Sethu Pitchiaya at the University of Michigan seeks to hire an enthusiastic scientist. The prospective candidate will work on exciting projects that interrogate mammalian stress response mechanisms in physiology and pathology and will manage laboratory operations. To address pressing questions in stress biology, we probe a variety of in vitro systems, in vivo models and mammalian tissues using an arsenal of contemporary technologies, including super-resolution imaging, single-cell sequencing, and spatial omics. More information about the lab can be found in https://sethupitchiaya.org/.
Responsibilities*
Successful candidates will work with an interdisciplinary and dynamic group of scientists and clinicians and have the unique opportunity to work on projects that span basic and translational sciences. Candidates are expected to contribute to projects both intellectually and technically, mentor junior researchers and collaborate within and outside of the lab. In addition, candidates are expected to be responsible for day-to-day operations of the lab, including placing and managing lab orders, maintaining lab inventory, being responsible for lab safety and serving as core personnel for lab equipment and reagents. An ideal candidate will be a responsible, organized, and collaborative individual, who embraces diverse ideologies in science and otherwise. Candidates will be provided with the opportunity to present their work at national and international meetings and participate in grant and manuscript writing. Overall, we will work with the candidate and equip them with the adequate expertise that will pave the way for a successful career in the academia or the industry.
Required Qualifications*
Intermediate:
- A PhD in biomedical sciences.
- At least 4 years of postdoctoral experience in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics or related fields.
- Extensive background in epigenetics, RNA biology, condensate biology, cancer biology, andrology, neurodegeneration, protein biochemistry or related areas.
- A track record of high-quality research demonstrated by publications.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Associate:
- Master's degree in biomedical sciences, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 1 year of research experience in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics or related fields.
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience in lab management.
- Experience in nucleic acids biochemistry, single-molecule microscopy, super-resolution imaging, epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and single-cell omics.
Work Locations
The Pitchiaya lab is located at the vibrant North Campus Research Complex (NCRC), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The NCRC houses diverse laboratories, research cores, and units promoting commercial advancements of ideas, with the added perk of ample parking space and accessible public transport. The city of Ann Arbor has been rated as one of the best cities to live in America. The city and the state of Michigan overall have abundant opportunities for leisure activities for people of all ages (https://www.michigan.org/).
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.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
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.
