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    Wayne State University
    Wayne State University Detroit, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Research Assistant / Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences


    Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Assistant / Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciencesat its Detroit campus location.


    Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education.

    Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.


    POSITION PURPOSE:


    Research Assistant or Research Associate to perform laboratory research on a National Institutes of Health (NIH)- funded project to determine the mechanisms controlling developmental expression of the human cytosolic sulfotransferase enzymes using a cell culture model of human hepatocyte differentiation and various techniques to assess gene expression.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    Research Assistant:
    Perform laboratory experiments as directed, maintain records of data, and perform data analysis. Assist other lab members with experiments as required. Assist with preparation of abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, and grant applications. Purchase laboratory supplies and maintain purchasing records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, and maintain records as needed for compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform other related duties as assigned.


    Research Associate:
    Design and perform laboratory experiments, maintain records of data, and perform data analysis. Assist other lab members with experiments as required. Prepare abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts, and assist with preparation of grant applications. Purchase laboratory supplies and maintain purchasing records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and maintain laboratory records as needed for compliance with regulatory requirements. Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Perform other related duties as assigned.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education:

    Research Assistant:

    Education:
    Bachelor's or master's degree in a biological or biomedical science discipline.

    Experience:
    Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

    Experience with mammalian cell culture and techniques to analyze gene expression.


    Research Associate:

    Education:
    Doctorate in a biomedical science discipline.

    Experience:
    Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience).

    Experience with mammalian cell culture and techniques to analyze gene expression.

    Research Associate should have evidence of scholarly productivity, e.g., by first authorship on research articles.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,


    AND ABILITIES:
    Knowledge of liver cell biology and mechanisms controlling mammalian gene expression.


    Skilled in mammalian cell culture and techniques to analyze gene expression (e.g., molecular cloning, transfection, preparation of lentiviral constructs, generation of stably transduced cells, quantitative RT-PCR (reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction), western blot, chromatin immunoprecipitation).

    Working knowledge of biostatistical and bioinformatic analyses.

    Ability to work independently.

    Excellent oral and written communication skills.


    SCHOOL/COLLEGE/DIVISION:
    H0- Research


    PRIMARY DEPARTMENT:
    H091- Inst of Environmental Hlth Sci


    EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

    • Regular Employee
    • Job type:
    Full Time


    • Job category:
    Research


    FUNDING/SALARY INFORMATION:

    • Compensation type:
    Annual Salary


    • Annual Salary:

    TBD

    WORKING CONDITIONS:
    Some evening and weekend work is required.

    Work environment is laboratory and open office space.


    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.


    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

    Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

    The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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