Research Lab Tech Lead

Company: University Of Michigan
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: April 15, 2025

Job Description:

A Research Laboratory Technician Lead is sought in the Department of Neurology to assist the research group of Dr. Brett McCray. This laboratory studies the pathogenesis of a subtype of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), which is an inherited form of peripheral neuropathy and constitutes the most common inherited neurologic disorder worldwide. The laboratory focuses on CMT type 2C, which is caused by dominant mutations in the ion channel TRPV4 and causes weakness of the arms and legs, sensory loss, and respiratory difficulties. The laboratory studies fundamental functions of TRPV4, how mutations disrupt these functions, and potential therapeutic implications for TRPV4-targeted drugs. The ultimate goal of these pursuits is to use cell culture and animal models for development of therapeutic strategies for CMT and other neurological conditions in which nerves are damaged.Responsibilities*The individual in this position will assist in ongoing pursuits directed by the principal investigator and independently pursue new projects related to the pathogenesis of TRPV4. Specific duties will include assistance with management of transgenic mouse colonies, animal drug treatments, animal behavioral testing, animal surgical procedures, animal tissue processing and histology, maintenance of cultured cells, and cellular and molecular biology experiments utilizing animal tissue and cultured cells.Working under the supervision of Dr. McCray, the individual will assist and conduct experiments using a variety of techniques. These include animal husbandry and genotyping, behavioral assays, electrophysiology of peripheral nerves, perfusion, animal tissue harvest, cryosectioning, immunostaining, widefield and confocal microscopy, cell culture, transient transfection, Western blotting, co-immunoprecipitation, and immunohistochemistry, among others.Required Qualifications*

• Master's degree: Biomedical engineering
• Minimum 2 years of professional research and/or instructing experience
• Proficiency with basic laboratory skills and methods (pipetting, buffer preparation, immunofluorescence and aseptic cell culture) is required.Desired Qualifications*
  • Prior experience with animal husbandry, cell culture, and molecular and cellular biology techniques described above is desired.
  • The ideal candidate will be highly motivated with exceptional personal initiative and communication skills.
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