Research Assistant - Dept. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); In loco; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Wayne State University is seeking a Research Assistant for the Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology on its Detroit campus. The role supports Principal Investigators with laboratory-based research, data collection, and manuscript preparation.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree, possess strong time management and communication skills, and can work collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment. Primary duties include protocol execution, data analysis, and presenting findings at

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Entry level position with less than a year of job-related experience.
• Ability to follow research protocols and work independently.

Mansioni

• Provide scientific and technical assistance to complete laboratory-based research.
• Design and perform experiments; assist in writing research methods.
• Analyze data and prepare presentations for conferences and journals.
• Maintain laboratory areas and manage supplies.

Conoscenze

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

Cell culture

RNA

DNA

Protein extraction

QPCR

Western blot

Flow Cytometry

Fluorescent microscopy

Descrizione del lavoro

Research Assistant - Dept. Obstetrics & Gynecology

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced ResearchAssistant - Dept. Obstetrics & Gynecology at its Detroitcampus location.

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):

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, providescientific and technical assistance to complete laboratory-basedresearch. May assist in writing research protocols and preparingmanuscripts autonomously or as directed through training in moredifficult or specialized procedures to meet the needs of theresearch protocol.

Essential Functions:

Perform laboratory-based scientific techniques. Assist in designingand performing experiments. Participate in implementing researchobjectives, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory andprotocol guidelines. Communicate with Principal Investigator andPostdoctoral scholars/fellows on the status of research. Collect and log laboratory results and/or survey data. Evaluate andperform data analysis using graphs, charts, or tables to highlightthe key points of the research results collected in accordance with the research protocols as stipulated. Proofread and edit researchdata and documents to ensure accuracy. Assist Principal Investigator with writing methods andsummarizing/organizing data to be used in preparing and presentingpresentations for professional, scientific, and academicconferences, and submittal to academic and scholarly peer-reviewedjournals. Maintain the laboratory work areas, including routine maintenanceon laboratory equipment as required. Order and organize requiredresearch supplies and records. Maintain cleanliness andorganization of workstation. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Unique duties:

Provide scientific and technical assistance to completelaboratory-based research. Assist in writing research protocols andin manuscript preparation. Collect and log laboratory results. Evaluate and perform data analysis using graphs, charts, or tablesto highlight the key points of the research results collected inaccordance with the research protocols as stipulated. Maintain thelaboratory work areas, including routine maintenance on laboratoryequipment as required. Order and organize required researchsupplies and records. Maintain cleanliness and organization ofworkstation. The unique scientific research duties that will be performed routinely include Mouse handling and tissue collection,Cell culture, RNA, DNA, and protein extraction, QPCR, Western blotanalyses, Flow Cytometry, and fluorescent microscopy.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 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 that a year of job-relatedexperience)

Experience in performing basic research techniques preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Ability to accurately follow research protocols and workindependently as required.

Ability to analyze, summarize, and interpret research findings anddata in reports and spreadsheets and communicate results.

Knowledge of scientific integrity principles.

Experience in cell, molecular, biological, and biochemicaltechniques.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstratedability to work with others in a collaborative environment.

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite software.

Preferred qualifications:

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0610

Employment type:

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

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Hourly rate:
• 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
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number:

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.