Research Associate, Basic Sciences - Department of Oncology
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Associate, Basic Sciences - Department of Oncology 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):
Design and perform laboratory-based scientific techniques and experiments. Implement or partake in the implementation of research objectives, ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory and protocol guidelines. Assist staff with experiments /research protocols as required. Communicate with Principal Investigator and Postdoctoral scholars/fellows on the status of research. Assist the Principal Investigator with intra- and extra-mural grant applications, including, but not limited to, participating in performing the research for grant preparation and submissions, and contributing a summary of "preliminary data" with charts and/or tables. Responsibilities may also include coordinating correspondence with applicants and grantees, acknowledging receipts of proposals, and maintaining a system to track proposals.
Collect and log laboratory results and/or survey data. Proofread and edit research data and documents to ensure accuracy. Evaluate and perform data analysis using graphs, charts, or tables. Write/edit/proofread scientific manuscripts and other documents for publication. Fact-check research documents to ensure accuracy.
Prepare research results for professional, scientific, and academic conferences. Summarize and organize data results for submittal to academic and scholarly, peer-reviewed journals.
Maintain the laboratory work areas including routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as required. Order and organize required research supplies and records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstation.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Unique duties:
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study, preferred.
- Requires advanced knowledge, predominantly intellectual in character, in a field of science or learning acquired by a prolonged course of specialized intellectual instruction.
Experience: Intermediate (3 to 4 years job-related experience).
- Experience in performing basic research techniques, preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to accurately follow research protocols and work independently as required. Ability to analyze, summarize, and interpret research findings and data in reports and spreadsheets and communicate results. Knowledge of scientific integrity principles. Experience in cell, molecular, biological, and biochemical techniques, including cell culture and maintenance of cells in vitro.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with others in a collaborative environment.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite software.
Preferred qualifications:
School/College/Division:
H06 - School of Medicine
Primary department:
H0632 - Oncology
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 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
- 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.
Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.
