What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at Insight?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Title: Research Scientist
Location: Flint, MI
Schedule: minimum 20 hours/week, Mon-Fri
A research scientist with expertise in immunohistochemistry assists in a series of studies testing potential treatments in models of Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease and stroke.
A research scientist with expertise in immunohistochemistry assists in a series of studies testing potential treatments in models of Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease and stroke.
The research scientist will help in the design of the projects, collecting and processing of brain
samples, microscopic analyses of the tissue, statistical analyses of the experimental results, and
manuscript preparation. In addition, the research scientist will assist in ordering necessary supplies and equipment, preparation of grant applications, and training students and research fellows on immunohistochemical techniques.
samples, microscopic analyses of the tissue, statistical analyses of the experimental results, and
manuscript preparation. In addition, the research scientist will assist in ordering necessary supplies and equipment, preparation of grant applications, and training students and research fellows on immunohistochemical techniques.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The research scientist will work on a collaborative projects between CMU and Insight Research and will report to Drs. Abeer Gharaibeh and Gary L. Dunbar, co-
investigator of the projects.
The research scientist will work on a collaborative projects between CMU and Insight Research and will report to Drs. Abeer Gharaibeh and Gary L. Dunbar, co-
investigator of the projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ph.D. in neuroscience or equivalent field.
- Extensive experience with translational research, including behavioral testing
- Extensive experience with immunohistochemical techniques
- Ability to work both independently and with others on the research team
- Good communication and writing skills
- Good statistical and computer skills