Detroit, MI, 48208, USA
83 days ago
Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch 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 Associate to lead studies investigating the impact of maternal exposures to environmental stressors on placenta health. Essential Functions Use in vivo and in vitro models of mouse placenta to study toxic responses to PFAS (Per-and polyfluoroalkyl Substances); Analyze data and prepare peer reviewed manuscripts and poster/oral presentations; Provide routine lab maintenance and organization tasks; Lab duties including animal husbandry and colony management, molecular biology, statistics, and toxicological assessments among others; Assist in training other students and fellows in the lab. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Doctorate degree Physiology, Toxicology, Reproductive Sciences, or similar Experience: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Mouse handling and placental histology, software utilization for biochemical and statistical data analysis. School/College/Division: H09 - Research Primary department: H0918 - Inst of Environmental Hlth Sci Employment type: + Regular Employee + Job type: Full Time + Job category: Staff/Administrative Funding/salary information: + Compensation type: Annual Salary + Annual Salary: To Be Determined Working conditions: Normal Workplace Environment Job openings: + Number of openings: 1 + Reposted position: No 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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