Job Summary
The O'Meara lab is looking for a researcher to conduct large-scale virtual screening at a medically relevant protein target. The position will require familiarity with computational biophysics, chemoinformatics, and conducting and analyzing computational simulations and high-performance computing.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
? Conduct routine research activities to support ongoing projects, including literature reviews and library-based research.
? Assist with group observation activities and document relevant behavioral or experimental observations.
? Administer surveys, questionnaires, and structured assessments in accordance with established research protocols.
? Conduct interviews with study participants and accurately record responses.
? Participate in experimental procedures and assist with the implementation of research protocols.
? Collect, organize, and manage research data from multiple sources.
? Perform data entry, coding, tabulation, and preliminary analysis to support research objectives.
? Set up, maintain, and operate laboratory equipment and computer-based research or programming systems.
? Ensure accurate documentation of research activities, procedures, and results.
? Maintain organized research records and databases in accordance with project guidelines.
? Follow established safety procedures, ethical standards, and institutional research compliance requirements.
? Collaborate with research team members to support the successful completion of project tasks and timelines.
Required Qualifications*
? Graduation from a college or university or an equivalent combination of education experience
? Desired qualification: MS in Bioinformatics or closely related field
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
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Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.