Research Laboratory Technician Associate

electrophysiological techniques. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of faculty members and senior laboratory personnel while contributing to the laboratory?s day-to-day operations and research objectives. Maintain mammalian cell cultures using established sterile techniques. Perform routine cell-culture activities, including: Preparation of culture media Cell feeding and maintenance Passaging and counting cells Freezing and thawing cell stocks Monitoring cultures for health and contamination Prepare solutions according to established protocols. Calculate concentrations, dilutions, and solution volumes accurately. Assist with basic electrophysiology experiments, including preparation of cells, tissues, electrodes, solutions, and recording equipment. Perform electrophysiological recordings under supervision using established laboratory protocols. Organize, process, and conduct preliminary analysis of electrophysiology and other experimental data using laboratory software. Maintain complete and accurate electronic or paper laboratory records. Label, organize, and track samples, reagents, and experimental materials. Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot basic laboratory equipment. Support inventory management and ordering of laboratory supplies. Follow laboratory safety procedures, institutional requirements, and applicable biosafety and chemical-hygiene policies. Participate in laboratory meetings and communicate experimental progress and technical issues. Perform other research-related duties as assigned. Bachelor's degree in biology, General Natural Sciences or a related scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and laboratory experience. Basic understanding of cell biology and laboratory practices. Experience with basic solution preparation, including concentration and dilution calculations, gained through coursework or laboratory experience. Familiarity with data collection and basic quantitative analysis. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to follow written protocols and verbal instructions. Ability to maintain accurate and reproducible research records. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Willingness to learn cell-culture and electrophysiology techniques. In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment. Previous experience with mammalian cell culture or aseptic technique. Experience using data-analysis software such as Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism, MATLAB, Python, or similar programs. Familiarity with basic statistical analysis and graphical presentation of data. Previous research experience in an academic or biomedical laboratory. NOTE: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. 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. 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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.