Research Associate, Basic Sciences - Department of Oncology

Wayne State University•Detroit, MI
•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study.
  • Requires advanced knowledge, predominantly intellectual in character, in a field of science or learning acquired by a prolonged course of specialized intellectual instruction.
  • Intermediate (3 to 4 years job-related experience).
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in performing basic research techniques, preferred.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
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