Research Laboratory Tech Associate

About This Role

This Research Laboratory Tech Associate position in the Li Lab at the University of Michigan focuses on developing molecular and live cell-based therapeutics through synthetic biology, microbial engineering, and drug delivery for intestinal diseases and cancer immunotherapy, and studying oral microbiota-host interactions. This role supports the lab's research by coordinating operations, managing protocols, ensuring safety, and assisting with various molecular and cellular techniques.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with vendors for purchasing instruments
• Oversee daily lab operations including reagent procurement and inventory
• Manage IBC protocols for recombinant DNA, viral vectors, and human cell culture
• Lead IACUC protocol management and support inspections
• Act as lab safety officer, maintaining documentation for EHS inspections
• Support research using bacterial/mammalian cell culture, qPCR, and recombinant DNA techniques

Requirements

• High school diploma or Associate's degree
• Interest in technical aspects of cancer/rare disease diagnostics or therapeutics
• Familiarity with lab equipment (centrifuges, microscopes, etc.)
• Strong organizational and independent work skills
• Willingness to learn new techniques

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree preferred in microbiology, molecular biology, or chemistry

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, or chemistry
• Experience with molecular cloning, flow cytometry, immunoassays, cell/organoid culture
• Animal model experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits