Research Scientist

Research Scientist

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Scientist at 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.

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.

With the assistance of the Principal Investigator, find and write research grants with the goal of obtaining additional research grant funding.Responsibilities may also include coordinating correspondence with applicants and grantees, acknowledging receipts of proposals, and maintaining a system to track proposals.



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.

Prepare and present presentations regarding research project results for professional, scientific and academic conferences. Summarize and organize data results for submittal to academic and scholarly, peer-reviewed journals. Write scientific manuscripts and other documents for publication. Fact-check, proofread, and edit research documents to ensure accuracy.

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:

The Molecular Reproductive Immunology Unit at C.S. Mott Center for Human Development at Wayne State University has an immediate opening at the level of Research Scientist. Position is secured through a new R01 and salary is guaranteed for at least 4 years. The incumbent will work closely with PI to develop a program evaluating the impact of environmental factors on the development of the fetal immune system and will be responsible for the design and implementation of major experimental projects essential to the laboratory's scientific research goals. Best candidate is a highly motivated individual with ambition for future career in academia or biotech industry that has developed an extensive and specialized knowledge of scientific principles, concepts and technology related to the establishment of microbiology models, data analysis and bioinformatics. 1. Collaborates with PI to develop long-range scientific plans for funded studies and coordinate personnel responsibilities. 2. Design and perform research protocols independently or as directed through training * tissue culture, RNA and protein isolation, RT-PCR, qPCR, western blot analysis, immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitation, flow cytometry; knowledge and ability to work with mice is required. Maintain mice colonies and genotype. 3. Strong background in cell biology, biochemistry, immunology and molecular biology techniques. 4. Solves complex methodology, protocol, procedural and research problems through design of techniques, procedures, and policies that will achieve research goals. 5. Assist in writing research protocols and in manuscript and grant preparation. 6. Training and supervision of post-doctoral fellows and students. 7. Assures maintenance of equipment and data storage. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills 9. Ability and confidence to work independently.

Qualifications:

Education Doctorate degree
Requires advanced knowledge predominantly intellectual in character in a field of science or learning acquired
by a prolonged course of specialized intellectual instruction.

Experience Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)
Experience performing basic research techniques, preferred. Must have distinguished themselves in research.

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

Preferred qualifications:

Two years related work experience in the area of biology and in vivo models. Experience in the gene/protein data analytics space. Experience with maintaining mice colonies and genotype and animal surgeries.

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary department:

H0610 - Obstetrics/Gynecology

Employment type:

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

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Hourly Wage
• Hourly rate:
• Salary minimum:
• Salary hire maximum:

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
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number:

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.