Research Assistant - Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University seeks a Research Assistant for the Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences. The role involves supporting research through data collection, analysis, and laboratory tasks. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and strong analytical and communication skills. This full-time position may require travel and non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with less than a year of experience in basic research techniques.
• Advanced knowledge in a scientific discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory, clinical, or population science research.
• Conduct scientific techniques and design experiments.
• Manage mouse colonies and perform routine laboratory tasks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Research Assistant - Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences

Wayne State University is seeking an experienced Research Assistant in the Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences at its Detroit campus.

Wayne State, a public urban research university located in Detroit, Michigan, offers high-quality education and is committed to excellence, diversity, and inclusion, preparing students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

1. Job Purpose: Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, assist with laboratory, clinical, or population science research. Support in writing research protocols and manuscripts. Design and execute research protocols independently or as trained.
2. Essential Functions: Conduct scientific techniques in laboratory or clinical research, design experiments, recruit participants, ensure compliance with guidelines, assist with experiments, communicate research progress, collect and analyze data, prepare reports and presentations, maintain laboratory equipment and records, and perform related duties.
3. Unique duties: Manage mouse colonies, assist with animal experiments, perform routine laboratory tasks (PCR, gel electrophoresis, RNA/protein isolation, Western blot), image retinal tissues, assist with ordering supplies, and maintain research protocols for compliance.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced knowledge in a scientific discipline preferred.
• Experience: Entry-level (less than a year), with experience in basic research techniques or human subjects preferred.
• Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently, analyze and interpret data, strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences and laboratory training; knowledge of mouse husbandry is advantageous.

Additional Details:

Position within the School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences. Full-time, research category, with potential travel and non-standard hours. Salary TBD, one opening.