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The Tzumin Lee laboratory at the Life Sciences Institute is looking for a research specialist in support of deep-tissue single-cell spatial omics data production and analysis. You will operate sophisticated microscopic and fluidic systems for data production and run custom computer algorithms for 3D image registration, fluorescent signal detection, cell/clone segmentation, and annotation. You will organize and maintain the rapidly expanding spatial omics database for the lab as well as for larger communities to facilitate data sharing and promote collaborations. You will work closely with senior scientists to enhance spatial omics data production and analysis. You will report directly to Tzumin Lee and will work fully onsite.
Assist on spatial omics data production, including tissue embedding, molecular profiling, and microscopic imaging
Run spatial omics data preprocessing pipelines through lab servers
Inspect the quality of the preprocessed outputs and modify the automatic outputs manually as needed
Manage and maintain the spatial omics database on computer servers
Facilitate development and incorporation of new computer algorithms into the existing pipeline
BA in statistics, computer science, software engineering, data science or bioinformatics
Minimum of two years of genomics research experience in single-cell transcriptomics
MS in statistics, computer science, software engineering, data science or bioinformatics
Minimum of three months of experience in spatial omics data analysis
Minimum of three months of experience in confocal microscopy
Multi-year commitment
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Dental, Vision and Legal Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Maternity and Parental Leave
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The Life Sciences Institute explores biological processes, structures, and functions at the finest scale to create impact on a global scale.
For more information on the Lee laboratory: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/t-lee-lab
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