Research Laboratory Tech Associate

About This Role

This Research Laboratory Tech Associate position in the Li Lab at the University of Michigan collaborates with vendors for purchasing, oversees daily lab operations, and manages IBC/IACUC protocols. The role supports research in molecular and live cell-based therapeutics through synthetic biology, microbial engineering, and drug delivery.

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 as needed

Qualifications

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

Nice to Have

• Experience with molecular cloning, flow cytometry, immunoassays, cell/organoid culture
• Animal model experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits