Research Laboratory Tech Senior / Interm / Assoc **Extended Site Maintenance** We are performing updates and maintenance to our applicant experience. As a result, the site will be unavailable Saturday, January 24th at 8am EST through Sunday, January 25th at 7:30am EST. During this outage period, applications for job postings can not be submitted. Apply Now **How to Apply** A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. **Job Summary** The Garbincius lab is seeking a highly motivated individual to join a mitochondrial biology research group within the Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology at the University of Michigan. The lab has numerous projects centered on mitochondrial biology and its role in heart failure and skeletal muscle disease. Other projects involve discovery-based approaches to identify novel genes and mitochondrial processes driving heart failure. We employ numerous techniques spanning cell and molecular biology up to whole-animal physiology, from cloning and in vitro cell work to the generation of mutant mice and surgical models of disease. **Mission Statement** 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. **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 savings **Responsibilities*** The candidate will primarily be responsible for the management of day-to-day operations of a molecular biology research laboratory. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:: inventory management and ordering supplies, maintenance and organization of the laboratory mouse colony (breeding strategies, genotyping, establishment of experimental cohorts, etc.), carrying out molecular biology experiment, cell culture maintenance, supervising junior laboratory members, including undergraduates assistants, implementing, and training others in laboratory safety and regulatory compliance, and the collection and organization of data. Occasional off-hours (night/weekend) work may be required. The individual will be working within a diverse academic setting, and superior written and verbal communication skills are essential. The candidate must implement independent critical thinking to resolve unexpected problems as they arise to ensure the efficient operation of the research group. They are also expected to foster and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the research enterprise. Additional duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications*** Prior experience working with mouse models is essential for this position, and individuals with prior laboratory experience in cellular and/or molecular biology will be given higher priority. Prior experience in training and supervising others is also desired. Must be a self-motivated, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and excellent communication and organizational skills. **Research Lab Tech Associate:** + Associate's Degree and 0-1 years' experience required. **Research Lab Tech Intermediate:** + Bachelor's Degree and 1-3 years' experience required. **Research Lab Tech Senior:** + Master's Degree in Cell Biology/Biochemistry/ Physiology and 3-5 years' experience required. **Desired Qualifications*** + A two-year minimum commitment is strongly preferred. + Previous experience in a laboratory environment is desired but not required. Associate and Intermediate Level: + Bachelor’s Degree in Cell Biology/ Biochemistry/ Physiology or related field preferred. **Work Schedule** M-F, 8 hour/days, with some nights/weekends as needed. **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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) . **Underfill Statement** This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. **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. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. **U-M EEO Statement** The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer. **Job Detail** **Job Opening ID** 272531 **Working Title** Research Laboratory Tech Senior / Interm / Assoc **Job Title** Research Laboratory Tech Sr **Work Location** Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI **Modes of Work** Onsite **Full/Part Time** Full-Time **Regular/Temporary** Regular **FLSA Status** Nonexempt **Organizational Group** Medical School **Department** MM Molec & Integratv Physiolog **Posting Begin/End Date** 1/14/2026 - 2/14/2026 **Career Interest** Research Apply Now