Job Summary

The position is within the Department of Internal Medicine/Cardiology, working with Dr. Garcia-Barrios team within the Vascular Defense and Development lab headed by Dr. D. Pinsky. The individual will contribute as technical and contents expert with ample and demonstrated experience to work independently towards generating new, high-quality data for publications and grants, while providing support for the lab logistics, within a highly diverse and collaborative environment.

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*

Working closely with the PI on development and implementation of current research projects in the lab: conduct cellular and molecular biology experiments (including developing and implementing protocols and troubleshooting); data collection, analysis and interpretation. Preparation of corresponding figures/reports independently for publications and grants.
On boarding and orientation of students or new postdocs in the lab: assist with the training of the postdoctoral fellows and students, including monitor compliance and regulatory trainings, preparation of their posters and figures. As a technical and content expert in the field, aid fellows on literature search for development and implementation of new protocols.
Responsible for day-to-day laboratory maintenance logistics (ordering, inventory, supplies monitoring, equipment monitoring, etc.)
Genotyping, colony management, and in vivo experimentation with specialized mouse protocols.
Development of new models for data analysis and contribute to data collection while working with the PI in writing and development of proposals/grants for new areas on research and publications. Serve as co-investigator in grant proposals and interact with outside collaborators.
Attending lab meetings, unit meetings regularly and present their research, at the unit, locally at the institution and nationally. Attend CVC meetings, when required or when relevant to the work at hand.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's Degree required with 5-6 years of related experience, and publications in the cardiovascular field, including biochemistry, molecular or cellular biology aspects of disease, and denoting substantial contributions.
Knowledge of cardiovascular diseases to an extent that allows to contribute significantly to coordinate and achieve project goals.
Prior experience working in small teams, including trainees. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Experience in oral presentation of results to diverse audiences and to coordinate and analyze lab data for the preparation of reports to NIH, publications and grants.
Experience on equipment use and maintenance, including decision making for repairs.
Can operate as subject specialist and technical expert, with very limited supervision.
Experience with on boarding and assistance with training of fellows and students.
Experience with mice colony maintenance and implementation of in vivo protocols.
Evidence for autonomy in analysis and interpretation of data, including knowledge of advance data analysis approaches.
Evidence for leadership and active contribution to preparation of posters, publications and grants, including substantial co-author/first authorship.
Can interact with various companies and collaborators on behalf of the PI to ensure progress towards common goals. Has experience on compliance and contributing to development of regulatory protocols.

Desired Qualifications*

PhD Degree preferred.
Knowledge or willingness to work in interdisciplinary teams, coordinating research, and maintain continuing training state of the art data analysis.

Work Locations

This is a full-time position with the expectation of completing 40h/week on site at the MSRB3 building.

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.

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.