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 experience that directly relate to this position. Please include a list of references along with your CV and cover letter.

Summary

The Cheng Lab at the College of Pharmacy in the University of Michigan is looking for a highly motivated and dedicated individual to fill an open position for a research lab specialist at the intermediate or associate level, reporting directly to Dr. Cheng.  The Cheng lab has pioneered the biochemical synthesis of particulate antigens that resemble both the qualitative and quantitative features of enveloped viruses.  We have used these particulates as model antigens to investigate how they activate B cells to turn on antibody production, and how the affinity and duration of antibodies together with memory B cell responses may be modulated by the individual as well as collective attributes of these antigens.  The outcome from this study is expected to lay foundations for the design of next-generation antiviral vaccines. 

Responsibilities*

• Design and conduct lab studies with relative independence.
• Analyze research data and compose daily research reports using electronic notebook.
• Maintenance of critical instruments such as FPLC and flow cytometer.
• Oversee day-to-day operation of the lab activities directly related to the sponsored project and able to train research support personnel.

Required Qualifications*

• B.S. in biological sciences or related field. 
• 2 or more years of experience in molecular and cellular biology, general biochemistry, and immunology

Desired Qualifications*

• Master or PhD degree in related fields.
• Experience with animals, various routes of immunization and animal dissection, including both rodent animals and nonhuman primates. 
• Experience with single-cell omics analysis.
• Experience in molecular cloning and protein purification.
• Occasionally able to work with a flexible schedule.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

• The Cheng Lab is located at the center of the Ann Arbor campus, with convenient access to public transportation and university parking structures. 
• This appointment comes with full package of benefits available from the university:  https://hr.umich.edu/benefits-wellness/benefits-enrollment/benefits-enrollment-eligibility/new-employee-benefits-information. 

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

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.