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Research Assistant I

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Work type: Support Staff

Pay Grade:11

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources

Department:Food Science And Hum Nutrition Anr 10002348

Sub Area:AP- Professionals

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Research/Scientific, Administrative Professionals- AP, Full Time (90-100%), Union, Remote-Friendly

Position Summary

The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition seeks a Research Assistant to support research investigating environmental and dietary exposures with Dr. Courtney Carignan.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in the specific field of research employment or other related science fields; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in standard laboratory procedures and safety requirements and performing analytical and research techniques in an area related to research being performed; may require software specific to the area of research; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position may require special licensing or certification in the field related to the area of employment.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in data management, data analysis and scientific writing.

• A strong work ethic and ability to work independently.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience presenting scientific findings.

• Knowledge and applied experience with computational exposure modeling and toxicological risk assessment.

• Knowledge and applied experience with epidemiology and biostatistics.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively.

• Good organizational skills.

• A graduate degree (MS or in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Nutritional Science, Food Science, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or a related discipline.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and names and contact information for three references.

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Bidding eligibility ends on 7/2/2024 at 11:55 PM

Advertised: Jun 26, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time