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Jordan Shavit, MD, PhD

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Job Summary

Basic functions and responsibilities

Under direct supervision of the Principal Investigator perform scientific research in the field of Pediatric Hematology.  Participate in a supervisory role for junior research staff and support personnel.  Participate in extra-mural grant writing and academic authorship.

Duties and responsibilities:

Develop, design, and conduct research experiments under the direction of the PI mentorConducting research centering on studies of blood coagulation disorders using zebrafish modelsParticipate in the supervision of laboratory technicians and graduate students under the direction of the PI mentorParticipate in writing grants and scientific papers, present at meetings, and generate data for grants. 

It is the Department's expectation for Research Investigators to generate peer-reviewed publications of their current work and/or individual salary support on sponsored funds by the end of the fourth year of the Research Investigator appointment. Peer-reviewed publications are required for advancement to the Research Scientist track. Peer-reviewed publications along with plans and development for independent funding are required for advancement to the Research Professor track.

Supervision Received

Direction is received from the Principal Investigator. Staff members in this classification are expected to work independently and in collaboration with other laboratory personnel, regularly exercise good judgment in setting priorities, resolving operational problems and the application of procedures, methods and policies. 

Supervision Exercised 

Functional supervision may be exercised over lab assistant, graduate students and other junior personnel

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day 2:1 Match on retirement savingsRequired Qualifications*

Qualifications Required:

PhD degree and at least 4 years of postdoctoral experience in the field of blood coagulation disorders. Proven experience conducting research using zebrafish models with techniques including injection, in situ hybridization, and ImmunostainingSeven-ten years of directly related laboratory experience Exceptional work ethic in a highly competitive environment.Ability to communicate clearly the results of his/her experiments to other team members.Strong knowledge of molecular and cell biology, especially in the field of epigenetics and oncologyProficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and GraphPad Prism Familiarity with basic laboratory instrumentation and maintenance of laboratory equipment Proficient in record keeping A solid command of tissue culture and in conducting studies in an enhanced BSL-2 environment is necessaryKnowledge of bioinformatics tools for data analysis and interpretation Hands on skills and experience with all standard molecular and cell biology techniques (e.g. qPCR, ChIP-PCR, IP and Co-IP, Cloning, Western blot, microscopy, genetic modification)Advanced skills in manipulation of zebrafish embryos, including injections, genome editing, and phenotyping

Evidence of qualification is provided by previous employment, references, performance evaluations and/or personal interview

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.

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.