RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)
Job Description
Job Summary
The Research Assistant will perform cell culture studies and imaging studies to analyze cell signaling pathways in breast cancer and intercellular communication among cell types.
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 Research Assistant will help plan and perform experiments; analyze data; prepare figures for manuscripts; and give presentations for lab meetings and collaborators. This person will maintain established cell lines and primary cells. The assistant will generate new cell lines with desired imaging reporters or genes of interest. The Research Assistant will maintain accurate records of all experiments and procedures.
Required Qualifications*
B.S. in molecular biology, cell biology, or related biomedical field. Expertise with cell culture and transfections.
Desired Qualifications*
B.S. in a STEM field
Work Schedule
40 hours 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.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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