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Job Summary

The Goforth Lab in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Michigan Medical Scholl is seeking a Research Laboratory Specialist Associate. Our laboratory combines in vivo and ex vivo measures of physiology to examine the neural control of metabolism and motivated behavior. 

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 savingsResponsibilities*

As the selected candidate, you will work fairly independently to carry out the following responsibilities:

Conduct animal and laboratory experiments, collect and analyze data, and develop new and/or revised research methodologiesDisseminate information to laboratory staff through data presentation and assist with abstract and manuscript preparationOversee laboratory equipment and suppliesOrganize laboratory animal and supply purchasingAssist with the preparation of regulatory protocols and revisionsMaintain administrative records related to regulatory protocols and purchasesProvide general technical support and assist in day-to-day operations of the laboratoryAssist in mentoring and training new undergraduate studentsRequired Qualifications*A Bachelor's degree in a biomedical science and 2-3 years of experience in a related fieldPrior research experience working in a neuroscience and/or behavioral laboratory and animal laboratory experienceExperience with rodent stereotaxic injection and mouse handling proceduresExperience with immunohistochemistry and microscopyFamiliarity with ex vivo calcium imagingDesired Qualifications*A Master's degree in PharmacologyExperience with laboratory management, including purchasingModes 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.

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.  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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.