Research Assistant - Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wayne State University in Detroit is looking for a Research Assistant in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. This full-time position involves providing scientific support for lab-based research, collecting data, and assisting with writing research protocols. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and strong skills in data analysis and communication.

The role offers an opportunity to work in dynamic research projects, including diabetes research, with a collaborative team. Ideal candidates have experience with basic research techniques and an ability to work independently.

Qualifikationen

• Entry level (less than a year of job-related experience) preferred.
• Experience with human subjects and basic research techniques is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assist with diabetes research in cell culture models.
• Maintain laboratory work areas and order supplies.
• Collect and analyze laboratory and clinical data.

Kenntnisse

Ability to analyze data

Excellent time management

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in a related field

BS in biology, biochemistry or physiology

Jobbeschreibung

Research Assistant - Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant - Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at its Detroit campus location.

Essential Functions (Job Duties)

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, provide scientific and technical assistance to complete laboratory-based, clinical or population science research. May assist in writing research protocols and in manuscript preparation. Design and perform research protocols independently or as directed through training in more difficult or specialized procedures to meet the needs of the research protocol.

Perform laboratory-based scientific techniques or clinical/population science (human subjects) research. Design and perform experiments, recruit participants for studies by developing surveys and interviewing candidates. Participate in implementing research objectives, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory and protocol guidelines. Assist staff with experiments/research protocols as required. Communicate with principal investigator and Postdoctoral scholars/fellows on the status of research.

Collect and log laboratory results, clinical outcomes and/or survey data. Evaluate and perform data analysis using graphs, charts or tables to highlight the key points of the research results collected in accordance with the research protocols as stipulated. Proofread and edit research data and documents to ensure accuracy.

Assist principal investigator with writing methods and summarizing/organizing data to be used in preparing and presenting presentations for professional, scientific and academic conferences and submittal to academic and scholarly peer-reviewed journals.

Maintain the laboratory work areas including routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as required. Order and organize required research supplies and records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of work station.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Unique Duties

Conduct diabetes research in cell culture models. Isolate islets from mice. Assist other members of the laboratory in their experimental work. Assist the PI in day-to-day lab management, including ordering laboratory supplies, etc.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field of study, preferred. Requires advanced knowledge predominantly intellectual in character in a field of science or learning acquired by a prolonged course of specialized intellectual instruction.

Experience: Entry level (less than a year of job-related experience). Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting with human subjects, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently. Ability to analyze, summarize and interpret research findings and data in reports and spreadsheets and communicate results. Knowledge of scientific integrity principles. Excellent time management and organization skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative environment. Microsoft office software skills.

Preferred Qualifications

BS in biology, biochemistry or physiology. Experience in cell culture, small animal handling preferred.

School/College/Division

H18 - Pharmacy & Health Science

Primary Department

H1822 - Pharmaceutical Sciences

Employment Type

• Regular Employee
• Full Time Job
• Research Category

Funding/Salary Information

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary maximum: TBD

Working Conditions

Typical work environment may include a laboratory and/or office environment. May require working non-standard business hours including evenings and weekends. May be required to travel to scientific conferences.

Job Openings

• Number of openings: 1

Background Check Requirements

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.