GENERAL SUMMARY :
Under minimal supervision, develops, designs, and conducts research projects according to plan under the general direction of the Principal Investigator (PI).
Performs scientific investigative research and participates in carrying out research objectives.
Keeps abreast of new techniques and reviews literature in the field pertinent to the area of research.
Conducts moderately complex and complex experiments and collects and analyzes data using various degrees of statistical methodology.
Trains and supervises other lab members and provide guidance and instruction in laboratory techniques and equipment operations.
Ensures compliance with animal care and occupational safety regulations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, in a scientific discipline appropriate to the research lab.
Master's degree in an appropriate field of science preferred.
Three (3) years of laboratory research experience, preferably as a Research Assistant/Associate in the scientific field pertinent to the area of research conducted.
A Master's degree can substitute for the years of research experience, if the degree is appropriate to the area of research conducted.
Requires a working knowledge of statistics, computer applications and research methodologies.
Familiarity with computer programming may be helpful.
Highly motivated and organized.
Demonstrated ability to learn new methodology.
Manual dexterity to operate complex equipment.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
Department: Hypertension Research
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
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Benefits
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