Research Assistant

1 month ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States Wayne State University Full time

Research Assistant - Biomedical Engineering.

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Assistant - Biomedical 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.

Essential functions (job duties):

An opening is available for a biomedical engineer to develop and manage research projects in the area of injury biomechanics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop detailed research plans, perform impact testing involving mechanical and electronic setups, manage internal/external resources to achieve project objectives, interface with sponsors and standard setting organizations.

Manage research projects through all stages including: concept, implementation, setup and impact testing, analysis and dissemination. Specifically, the candidate would be responsible for assisting in the preparation of grants/proposals to secure funding from outside sources, implementation of research in the laboratory setting, setup mechanical and electronic tests, conduct experiments, analysis of data using a variety of software packages, and formulation of final report.

Assist in the management of student assistants and technicians.

Interface with researchers, outside clients, and academic personnel.

Prepare reports and presentations for both internal and external dissemination.

Stay current with advances in injury biomechanics and related fields.

Attend technical meetings and participate in activities of technical Societies as appropriate.

Provide technical assistance to senior researchers and academic personnel.

Manage and conduct research in the Sports Biomechanics Laboratory.

Interface with clients and funding agencies.

Write and submit for funding. Produce published manuscripts.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering.

Knowledge of instrumentation, impact testing and computational analysis of data required.

Excellent oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills required.

Preferred qualifications:

Minimum B.S. with experience in impact testing, preferably sports biomechanics.

School/College/Division:

H05 - College of Engineering

Primary department:

H0513 - Biomedical Engineering

Employment type:

  • Regular Employee
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job category: Research

Funding/salary information:

  • Compensation type: Annual Salary
  • Salary hire maximum: $50,000

Job openings:

  • Number of openings: 1

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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