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Research Assistant-Research Administration-Full Time-Detroit

Company

Henry Ford Health
Address , Detroit
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-11-23
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs experiments related to specific research projects and participates in other activities appropriate for carrying out research objectives. Reads and understands literature in the field. Conducts actual experiments and collects and analyzes data.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensures that laboratory equipment is maintained and keeps maintenance records on equipment.
  • May assist in writing papers for publication and scientific presentations based on research performed, as well as annual reports and research proposals.
  • May work with radioactive isotopes for the analysis of molecules.
  • Operates sophisticated laboratory equipment to conduct research (such as high pressure liquid chromatography, centrifuges, computers, radioisotope counters, gel electrophoresis equipment, pH meters, balances, spectrophotometers, microscopes, gamma counters, infusion pumps, etc.).
  • Performs other related duties as required (such as routine cleaning and maintenance of laboratory and laboratory equipment).
  • (Prepares reagents for appropriate assay of samples, including determination of the appropriate concentration of components of solutions and buffers.
  • Reports to PhD or MD researcher for the purpose of participating in specific experimental, scientific protocols.
  • Under supervision of the Principal Investigator or lab director, sets-up equipment and conducts experiments following established protocols and research methodology; gathers data for analysis and interpretation of test results.
  • Assays samples for analysis of peptides, proteins, DNA and RNA and other molecules.
  • Attends lab meetings with Principal Investigator or research supervisor to discuss data, its interpretation, new ideas, and the feasibility of proposed research.
  • Conducts critical analyses and evaluation of data generated on patients or from laboratory tests.
  • May perform various statistical analyses related to the data generated from an experiment.
  • Orders supplies for lab and determines schedule for experiments planned. Makes written progress reports and prepares summaries of data.
  • Completes, in a timely fashion, all required HFHS University or Research Administration mandated annual education.
  • Maintains a high quality record of all experimental results.
  • May develops research methodologies within the parameters of experimental protocols and research objectives.
  • Performs various types of experimentation which may use animals and experimental models.
  • Keeps abreast of new techniques and reviews literature in the field pertinent to the area of research.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Requires the manual dexterity to operate complex equipment.
  • Familiarity with statistical and research methodology is desirable.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, molecular biology or a closely related field to be familiar with research terminology and scientific techniques.
  • Minimum of up to 6 months of laboratory experience in a stated area of scientific specialty preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

  • Working experience in Africa and minority populations.

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

Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a

$6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites

including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and

other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system

now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one

of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the

health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region’s

major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and

remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical

education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing

in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses,

pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visit HenryFord.com.

Benefits

Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or

making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry

Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice

Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are

dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance

and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an

employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program

(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is

committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to

race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,

weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,

or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.