Job Description

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
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.

Responsibilities*
The duties and expectations of this position include carrying out research focused on the engineering of encapsulin nanocompartments for drug delivery applications, specifically related to the cytosolic delivery of therapeutic proteins, participation in preparation of technical reports and papers, and collaboration with other members of the Giessen Lab engaged in related research.

In addition, this position will contribute to laboratory seminars and discussions, allowing the candidate to impact the direction of their research project and other projects within the research group. Assist in training of lab members. Contribute to preparing research for publication and ensure that the research is performed according to the best practice ? in compliance with the University of Michigan and funding agency's guidelines.

Required Qualifications*
PhD in biological sciences or related field with at least 2-3 years of laboratory research experience. We are seeking applicants with a PhD in Chemical Engineering and experience in engineering encapsulin nanocompartments for biotechnological or biomedical applications. Experience in cryo-EM is a bonus. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, able to multi-task efficiently, work independently and be committed to research. Some evening and weekend work may be required.


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 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 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