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Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

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Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced

Research Associate, Institute of Environmental Health 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.Position Purpose:

Research Associate to lead studies investigating the impact of maternal exposures to environmental stressors on placenta health.Essential FunctionsUse 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:

Physiology, Toxicology, Reproductive Sciences, or similarExperience:

Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMouse handling and placental histology, software utilization for biochemical and statistical data analysis.School/College/Division:

H09 - ResearchPrimary department:

H0918 - Inst of Environmental Hlth SciEmployment type:

Regular EmployeeJob type: Full TimeJob category: Staff/AdministrativeFunding/salary information:

Compensation type: Annual Salary

Working conditions:

Job openings:

Number of openings: 1Reposted 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.COVID-19 vaccines are no longer required for students, faculty or staff, except for students living in campus housing and those studying, working or teaching in clinical settings.Learn more at: https://wayne.edu/coronavirus

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets

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