Research Assistant

　　Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Assistantat 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):

　　JOB PURPOSE

　　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.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　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:

　　Proficiencies in wet and dry lab methodologies, including; - Molecular cloning and protein production from E. Coli - Protein Crystallization and solution of structure through x-ray crystallography - Computational docking, modeling, and virtual screening - Optimize FRET assays to test lead compounds - Determine enzyme kinetic parameters (Km, Ki, kinact determination, etc.) - Protein thermodynamic studies - Optimize lead compounds with medicinal chemists - Public speaking - Mentor/guide graduate students - Manage lab inventory and equipment

　　Qualifications:

　　Education: Bachelor's degree

　　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 that 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 or Masters degree in Biochemistry or related field

　　School/College/Division:

　　H06 - School of Medicine

　　Primary department:

　　H0605 - Biochemistry

　　Employment type:

　　Regular Employee

　　Job type: Full Time

　　Job category: Research

　　Funding/salary information:

　　Compensation type: Annual Salary

　　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.