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 . Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30, 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*

Perform spatialomics experiments using animal and human tissue on the 10x Genomics Visium and Xenium platforms, expanding to additional related platforms in the future. Responsibilities include sectioning, staining, and imaging frozen or fixed tissue, antibody optimization, assay processing, and instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Under direction of Single Cell and Spatial lab manager, optimize existing protocols to improve data quality, identify platform weaknesses and potential problems, and troubleshoot solutions for existing spatialomics workflows within the Advanced Genomics Core. Research and evaluate new spatial technologies, provide recommendations to core leadership regarding adopting new platforms, onboard new ancillary equipment, and assist in establishing novel workflows when implementing new spatialomics assays. Work with the Single Cell and Spatial Project Manager and spatialomics customers to plan and execute experiments. Assist in educating users regarding technology and equipment capabilities, operations, limitations, and outcomes. Document client requests, communicate sample quality, assay parameters, and sample performance. Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred, in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, or related biomedical field and 4 to 5 years of research experience with histology, cell or tissue microscopy, fluorescent and stained section imaging, plus basic molecular biology skills. A successful candidate must be able to analyze, compare and evaluate various courses of action and make independent decisions on matters of significance, free from immediate direction, within the scope of their responsibilities. Proficiency and comfort with computer-based operation is a requirement of the position, including typical office software (MSWord, MS Excel). Must be meticulous both at the lab bench and with recordkeeping skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse environment while under pressure to produce results in a timely manner is a must. Desired Qualifications*

Prior experience in a paid position working with single cell and spatial transcriptomics. 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