Research Scientist/Instructor - 40 hrs/wk - Days - Detroit
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Works independently, following established policies and procedures, and
performs investigative research in areas related to biomedical research. Assists
in the development of new methodologies and prepares material for incorporation
into publications or for use in laboratory procedures. Develops and tests
hypotheses. Conducts experiments using various methodologies, including the
collection and analysis of data. May act as project leader and resource person for
personnel or laboratory related matters. Is responsible for initiating and writing
scientific manuscripts for publication. May assist or be responsible for preparing
and submitting grant applications to external peer review agencies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct and interpret various complex research procedures, analyses and
interpret data. - May be responsible for devising and implementing new methods and/or
techniques to be utilized in the laboratory. Incorporates procedures and/or
equipment into research studies and trains research personnel where
applicable. Assists the Principal Investigator when required. - May be responsible for initiating and writing manuscripts for publication and
scientific presentations. Compile, evaluate and organize data resulting from
research projects. - May prepare and submit grant applications to external peer review funding
agencies (e.g. National Institute of Health) for independent research funding.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- A professional level of knowledge comparable to that which is acquired
through obtaining a Ph.D., M.D., D.O., D.D.S., or equivalent degree. - A minimum of one year of research experience. Research experience
acquired while obtaining a PhD or advanced degree meets this requirement. - Training/experience appropriate to meet the job-specific preferences as
required by the hiring department.
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
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees 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.