Research Lab Specialist Intermediate

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Job Description

Design, fabricate, and characterize micro- and nanoscale devices for advanced optical imaging systems, biosensors, and MEMS-enabled instrumentation using cleanroom microfabrication techniques.

Perform photolithography, thin-film deposition, nanofabrication, device characterization, optical testing, and system integration to support biomedical imaging research.

Collaborate with engineers, scientists, physicians, and trainees to develop innovative technologies for real-time optical biopsy, early cancer detection, and image-guided surgery.

Apply image analysis, machine learning, and computational methods to evaluate device performance and improve diagnostic capability.

Maintain laboratory documentation, equipment, safety compliance, and perform other related research duties as assigned.

Bachelors degree, preferable in Engineering

4-5 years of experience.

Masters degree

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

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