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Job Summary

A full-time technician position is available in the Baucom lab in the EEB Dept at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI. General research in the laboratory addresses plant adaptation to environmental stresses. Duties will include working at the University's main campus, in the nearby greenhouses, at nearby field sites, and will include travel for field experiments.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off, including vacation time, sick time, holiday and season daysA retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vestingMany choices for comprehensive health insuranceLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

In addition, LSA offers:

Strong commitment to work/life balanceFlexible work arrangements with respect to campus stakeholder needsEnhanced tuition support programs for LSA courses

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good

Responsibilities*

Large growth chamber, greenhouse and field studies (50%) - assist other technicians and postdoctoral researchers in managing greenhouse experiments to monitor plant adaptation to environmental stress. By regular weeding, assisting with germplasm collections, and maintaining plant populations. This includes planting experiments and maintaining them at either the greenhouses at MBGNA or in the growth rooms at the BSB.

Data Collection/Management (40%) - The technician will play a key role in managing experimental logistics and maintaining critical records and supplies for time-sensitive projects. The technician will be responsible for collecting data and maintaining spreadsheets throughout the research.

Mentor 1-2 undergraduate students (10%)

Required Qualifications*

High school diploma or Associate's degree and 1 to 2 years experience. Must possess strong organizational skills and previous experience performing research in a wet lab is required. Must work well independently as well as in a group.  Demonstrated experience / willingness to supervise a team is also required. 
Candidate should be proficient at data input, manipulation, description, and visualization; preference for candidates with experience performing all data related tasks in R. Must have personal transportation and possess a valid driver's license. 

Desired Qualifications*

Experience with basic molecular techniques such as DNA isolation and PCR is desired.

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.

Additional Information

As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Please note that this is a 12 month term limited position with possibility of renewal.

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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.