Senior Research Scientist - Chemcial Engineering

Senior Research Scientist - Chemcial Engineering

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Senior Research Scientist - Chemcial Engineering 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.

Essential functions (job duties):

As a Senior Research Scientist of Chemical Engineering at Wayne State University, the candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, provide scientific and technical assistance to complete laboratory based, animal facility based, scientific research in the field of biomaterials for medical applications. Design and perform research protocols independently. Communicate with principal investigator, Postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students on the status of research. Play the role of a co-supervisor and a collaborator in on-going projects in the lab.

Prepare and present presentations regarding research project results for professional, scientific and academic conferences. Summarize and organize data results for submittal to academic and scholarly, peer-reviewed journals. W rite scientific manuscripts and other documents for publication. Fact-check, proofread, and edit research documents to ensure accuracy. Assist in writing research protocols, animal protocols, grant proposals and in manuscript preparation.

The role of lab manager. Maintain the laboratory work areas including routine maintenance of equipment, organization of research supplies and records, maintenance of cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with safety regulation, ethics and lab rules. Represent the Principal Investigator in oversight of all lab operations and personnel.

Qualifications:

PhD Required

Requires advanced knowledge predominantly intellectual in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field.

Extensive experience performing basic and animal research techniques, preferred. Must have distinguished themselves in research. Some experience in lab oversight and lab employee supervision is also desirable.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work independently. Ability to secure grants and funding for research. Ability to analyze, summarize and interpret research findings in reports and communicate results. Knowledge of scientific integrity principles and experience in leading and supervising others in responsible lab and research conduct and safety. Excellent time management and organization skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative environment. Microsoft office software skills.

School/College/Division:

H05 - College of Engineering

Primary department:

H0503 - Chemical Engineering

Employment type:

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

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

Typical work environment may include a laboratory and/ or office environment. May require working non-standard business hours including evenings and weekends. May be required to travel to scientific conferences.

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.