Research Assistant - Department of Physiology

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking a Research Assistant in the Department of Physiology to support laboratory-based and human subjects research. The role involves designing and performing experiments, recruiting participants, and ensuring protocol compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, be able to work independently, and possess strong data analysis and communication skills. Experience with basic research techniques and familiarity with Microsoft Office is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related field preferred.
• Entry-level research experience is acceptable.
• Basic research techniques and human subject interaction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory-based scientific techniques and clinical research.
• Design and perform experiments; recruit participants and interview candidates.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and protocol guidelines.
• Communicate with PI and postdoctoral staff on research status.

Skills

Independent work

Data analysis

Scientific integrity

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Research Assistant - Department of Physiology

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced ResearchAssistant - Department of Physiology at its Detroit campuslocation.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from allbackgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educationalopportunities which prepare students for success in a globalsociety.

Essential functions (job duties):

Perform laboratory based scientific techniques orclinical/population science (human subjects) research. Design andperform experiments, recruit participants for studies by developingsurveys and interviewing candidates. Participate in implementingresearch objectives, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatoryand protocol guidelines. Assist staff with experiments/researchprotocols as required. Communicate with principal investigator andPostdoctoral scholars/fellows on the status of research.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study, preferred. Requiresadvanced knowledge predominantly intellectual in character in afield of science or learning acquired by a prolonged course ofspecialized intellectual instruction.

Experience

Entry level (less that a year of job-relatedexperience)

Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting withhuman subjects, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently. Ability to analyze, summarize andinterpret research findings and data in reports and spreadsheetsand communicate results. Knowledge of scientific integrityprinciples. Excellent time management and organization skills.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstratedability to work with others in a collaborative environment.Microsoft office software skills.

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0606 - Physiology

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Fractional Time
• Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

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

Working conditions:

Typical work environment may include a laboratory and/ or officeenvironment. May require working non-standard business hoursincluding evenings and weekends. May be required to travel toscientific conferences.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offeredemployment to undergo a background check, including a criminalhistory check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,the university will inform you if a background check isrequired.