Job Summary

The Department of Emergency Medicine is searching for a highly-motivated research technician to join the Max Harry Weil institute for Critical Care Research and Innovation's preclinical research team. This position is with a preclinical science and translational research team that focuses on management and treatment strategies for the critically ill and injured. Specific areas of interest and current focus include but are not limited to the development of pre-clinical animal models of hemorrhagic shock, sudden cardiac arrest, traumatic brain injury, sepsis, and acute respiratory distress syndrome. The applicant will work closely with the Director of the Weil Institute pre-clinical laboratory, the laboratory manager, and several research faculty and other research staff at the North Campus Research Complex (NCRC).

Responsibilities*

The primary responsibility of this position will be to assist with the execution of experimental procedures involving anesthesia and surgery in laboratory animals. Duties will include the handling, monitoring, and medical support of animals during experimental procedures as well as performing a wide variety of biological sample collection, testing, and biobanking. Laboratory personnel will provide full training on laboratory methods and procedures. The successful candidate must also maintaining detailed procedural records and post-operative charts. The successful candidate must be self-motivated and enthusiastic in learning new skills and techniques. Other regular duties also include maintaining the laboratory and equipment, autoclaving supplies, ordering supplies, and data collection/management. The candidate must work effectively in a team setting and autonomously, and must communicate effectively.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree or Licensed Veterinary Technician with at least 1-2 years of experience in using animal models
• The appropriate candidate must possess excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills, as well as the ability to function both independently and as part of a highly cohesive team.
• Basic computing skills and proficiency with the use of basic software such as Microsoft Office (word, excel, etc.) is required.
• The candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional evening and overnight shift availability will be required.

Desired Qualifications*

• A Bachelors degree, 1-2 years experience working with animals in a medical or laboratory setting preferred.
• Large animal handling experience is preferred.
• Experience or knowledge in veterinary medicine.
• Experience with animal surgery and anesthesia management, and post-operative animal care is desired but not required.
• The successful candidate will have excellent organizational and time management skills, good communication skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and strong enthusiasm for developing new skills and expertise.

Work Schedule

Full time, Monday thru Friday. The schedule is variable with some night, evening, and weekend shifts expected depending on the requirements of the study being performed.

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.