Laboratory Service Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, Inclusion
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. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by: -Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences. -Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Responsibilities*
Perform laboratory experiments including mammalian cell culture, molecular and cellular biology techniques, extracellular vesicle/particle isolation, biomaterial preparation, biochemical assays, and sample processing according to established protocols.
Conduct animal studies including animal handling, breeding, genotyping, dosing, monitoring, tissue collection, necropsy, and preparation of samples for downstream analyses in accordance with approved animal protocols.
Manage and maintain laboratory animal colonies, including breeding coordination, animal identification, record keeping, health monitoring, genotyping organization, and communication with animal care staff.
Perform experimental analyses including flow cytometry, histology, immunostaining, microscopy imaging, image analysis, and quantitative assessment of biological samples.
Collect, organize, analyze, and maintain experimental data, laboratory records, electronic notebooks, and research databases; prepare figures, summaries, and reports for research projects.
Maintain laboratory operations including reagent preparation, inventory management, ordering supplies, equipment maintenance, quality control, and compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
Participate in laboratory meetings, research training, protocol documentation, regulatory compliance activities, and assist with onboarding and training of new laboratory personnel.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's level degree in biomedical sciences or engineering fields and a minimum of 1 or 2 years of full-time wet laboratory research experience. Must have an excellent attendance record, excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail skills.
Work Locations
This position is located at the School of Dentistry at the NCRC Bldg at 2800 Plymouth Rd Ann Arbor, MI
Additional Information
This is a 1 year term limited apt with the possibility of extension based on funding/performance.
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 will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
279171
Working Title
Research Laboratory Tech Sr
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
School Dentistry
Department
DENT Bio & Materials Science
Posting Begin/End Date
6/22/2026 - 8/21/2026
Salary
$44,000.00 - $49,500.00
Career Interest
Research