Research Technician Position: Experimental evolution of eukaryotic
pathogens
University of Michigan, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Job Summary:
A research technician position is available in the lab of Tim James at
the University of Michigan. The research is for an NIH-funded project
that seeks to understand the relative roles of mitotic recombination
and mutation in pathogen evolution using an experimental host-pathogen
system (yeast-invertebrate model). The applicant will be responsible
for establishing, maintaining, and genetically analyzing the
experimentally evolved lines of yeast and their hosts.
Duties:
The technician will be responsible for carrying out experiments
including: DNA extraction, PCR, genetic transformation of yeast, and
microscopy. The technician will be responsible for maintaining a large
number of fungal strains, an insect colony, and will be responsible for
serial passaging of the fungi through the insect host. This position
involves daily responsibilities related to laboratory maintenance
(i.e., maintaining supplies and stocks). The technician will also train
and supervise undergraduate laboratory assistants, who will assist them
with the above tasks, and instruct new lab members in techniques,
procedures, and safety protocols. Daily interactions with the principal
investigator and a postdoctoral fellow are required.
Required qualifications:
A B.S./B.A or M.S. in Biology or related field. At least 2 years of
experience in a mycology, microbiology, or molecular biology lab is
essential. Strong organizational skills, the ability to work with
others, and attention to detail are needed. Persons with experience
with yeast genetics would be particularly well suited. The position is
available immediately and will remain open until filled. Pay will be
based on experience ($32-$38K/salary). The initial appointment is for 1
year, with an opportunity for renewal for a second year.
To apply:
Interested applicants should send a PDF with a cover letter stating
research interests and qualifications, a resume, and contact
information for three references to tyjames@umich.edu. Informal
inquiries are welcome.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action
employer. The Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the
University of Michigan harbors multiple labs with a focus on
evolutionary genetics (http://www.lsa.umich.edu/eeb). The campus is
located in Ann Arbor, an active university town in southern Michigan 45
minutes from downtown Detroit.
Timothy Y. James
Assistant Professor & Curator of Fungi
Department of Ecology and Evolution
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
734-615-7753
tyjames@umich.edu
http://www.umich.edu/~mycology/