Research Associate, Clinical/Population Sciences - Office of Women’s Health
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Associate, Clinical/Population Sciences - Office of Women’s Health 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):
Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, provide scientific, technical, regulatory, and administrative assistance to support clinical research studies. Assist in the development of research projects related to women’s health through literature review, data collection and analysis, and the other research activities, as appropriate . Contribute to the dissemination of research findings, support trainee mentorship, and participate in collaborative, educational, and community engagement activities.
Support the design and implementation of clinical research protocols involving human subjects. Conduct literature reviews to identify current knowledge gaps and emerging research trends related to the Project of Interest. Communicate regularly with the Principal Investigator and research team regarding study progress.
Prepare and assist with presentations of research findings for professional, scientific, and academic conferences. Organize and summarize study results for submission to peer-reviewed journals. Write scientific manuscripts and other documents for publication. Draft, fact-check, edit, and proofread scientific manuscripts, study reports, and regulatory documents.
Mentor students and volunteers, contribute to the design of their research projects, and provide scientific guidance throughout project implementation and completion. Participate and organize community engagement programs.
Perform preliminary data analysis and generate graphs, charts, and tables to summarize results in accordance with study protocols. Proofread and verify research data and documentation for accuracy.
Maintain organized research records and study files in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements. Coordinate study materials and supplies, and support documentation for audits, monitoring visits, and regulatory submissions. Ensure workspaces remain organized and compliant with confidentiality and data security standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Unique duties:
Qualifications:
E ducation: Master's degree
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in in a field of science or learning.
Doctorate preferred.
Experience: Intermediate (3 to 4 years job-related experience)
Experience conducting clinical or human subjects research is preferred.
Experience in research activities, including literature review, experimental protocol design, data analysis, and interpretation of research findings.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work independently and manage multiple clinical research activities while adhering to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and timelines.
Ability to analyze, summarize, and interpret clinical research data and communicate findings effectively in reports and presentations.
Requires knowledge predominantly intellectual in character in a field of science or learning acquired through specialized instruction.
Knowledge of scientific integrity principles, responsible conduct of research, and human subject protections (e.g., IRB requirements, confidentiality standards).
Excellent time management, organizational, and documentation skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interact professionally with research participants, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary research teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canva and familiarity with clinical research databases or electronic data capture systems is preferred.
Ability to recruit and communicate effectively with diverse populations, including medically underserved communities.
Ability to identify workflow issues and recommend process improvements.
Preferred qualifications:
School/College/Division:
H39 - VP for Health Affairs
Primary department:
H3902 - Women's Health
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Research
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
Working conditions:
Typical work environment may include office, clinical, community, and/or research settings. May require local travel for community engagement, or professional conferences.
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
- Reposted position: No
- Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)
- Prior posting/requisition number:
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.
