Research Associate- Chemistry

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Associate- Chemistry 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree

Responsibilities

• Implement new methodologies and techniques to maintain a collaborative competitive research program using the Mass Spectrometry Laboratory, Lumigen Instrument Center (LIC), Wayne State University as well as train users and oversee day-to-day user needs. This approach will promote maximum research productivity.
• Manage the implementation of targeted analyses and other operational activities of the Mass Spectrometry Laboratory. Specifically, the Mass Spectrometry Laboratory has three - triple quadrupole instruments to be managed.
• Train students and post docs as well as other individuals (including GRA’s assigned specific operational duties) to run the triple quadrupole mass spectrometer in a safe, effective, scientifically-sound manner
• Establish a training procedure/course for users who wish to run their own targeted analysis.
• Manage and assure that ALL OEHS safety requirements are met by ALL users.
• Provide on-going expertise for trouble-shooting and maintenance and repair of triple quadrupole mass spectrometers. Assist in promoting the LIC’s capabilities to attract increased use from the University and regional scientific communities.
• Provide internal management reports as needed. Assist in maintaining a collaborative database (resource Manager, or its ILAB replacement) to ensure accurate usage and accounting records. Asist in providing a wide variety of statistical and administrative reports and analysis, summaries, surveys, and questionnaires regarding the triple quadrupole usage and users.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree