Research Lab Specialist Senior

at  University of Michigan

SUMMARY

The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor) seeks a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Laboratory Specialist Senior in the laboratory of Dr. Justin Oldham. This lab focuses on the development of clinically actionable protein-based biomarkers for patients with pulmonary fibrosis through high-throughput proteomic investigation and cutting edge, in-house quantitative proteomics. This work has high potential for clinical implementation and commercialization. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, the ideal candidate will actively pursue independent funding using our considerable proteomic resources and help mentor trainees in proteomic technical considerations. Independent thinking, trouble shooting and functioning is essential, as is strong organizational skills and ability to curate and manage complex datasets.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 5-6 years of related experience, i.e., published in a field of specialty and academic knowledge in a field or discipline.
• Must have a strong background in protein-based research, specifically qPCR.
• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to curage and manage complex datasets

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree preferred.
• Prior proteomics experience is preferred.

• Responsible for the day to day operations of a specialized proteomics-based laboratory within a department of internal medicine, division of pulmonary and critical.
• Manages all phases of a large, complex research project with the principal investigator (PI), including all quanitative protein data generation.
• Manage all MTAs with collaborators and facilitate shipping, storage and tracking of samples.
• Perform data collection, curation and organization.
• Write significant portions of research proposals and manuscripts relevant to the research performed in the lab.