Research Assistant - Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences

Research Assistant
- Department Of Ophthalmology, Visual And Anatomical Sciences

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Assistant
- Department of Ophthalmology, Visual and Anatomical Sciences 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.

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.

Conducting immunohistochemical study using confocal microscopy. Assisting calcium imaging and patch clamp recordings from neurons in the mouse retina. Performing intraocular virus injection to mouse eyes. Assisting lab maintenance, including mouse colony care, making experimental solutions, maintenance of chemicals, and set-up with equipment.

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.

Entry level (less than a year of job-related experience) Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting with human subjects, preferred.

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.

BS, PhD and/or equivalent Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work both in a team environment and independently. Experience in neuroscience or vision research.

H06 - School of Medicine

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

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

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.

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position:
  No
• Reposted reason:
  None (New Requisition)
• Prior posting/requisition number:

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