Research Assistant, Basic Science - Department of Oncology

Research Assistant, Basic Science - Department of
Oncology

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research
Assistant, Basic Science - 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):

Perform laboratory based scientific techniques or
clinical/population science (human subjects) research. Design and
perform experiments, recruit participants for studies by developing
surveys and interviewing candidates. Participate in implementing
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.

Collect and log laboratory results, clinical outcomes and/or survey
data. Evaluate and perform data analysis using graphs, charts or
tables to highlight the key points of the research results
collected in accordance with the research protocols as stipulated.
Proofread and edit research data and documents to ensure
accuracy.

Assist principal investigator with writing methods and
summarizing/organizing data to be used in preparing and presenting
presentations for professional, scientific and academic conferences
and 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 work station.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Unique duties:

• Execute experiments to identify and understand biomarkers of

small molecular anticancer drug activity and rational drug
combinations using cell and biochemical based assays to measure
cell growth/death pathways, mRNA and protein expression, and other
mechanistic read-outs. - Conduct western blot,
immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence staining, RT-PCR analysis
of tissue or cell samples. - Maintain tissue cultures required for
experiments. - Participate in planning animal experiments. -
Participate in managing the day-to-day operations, including but
not limited to, coordinate and receive the laboratory supplies and
maintain the inventory. - Organize, implement routine laboratory
protocols for tissue culture, cytotoxic or proliferation assays,
molecular biology protocols, immunology assays, and introduce new
methods through independent learning and research. - Participate in
data analysis/interpretation and writing manuscripts for
publication.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree 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: Entry level (less that a year of job-related
experience)

Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting with
human subjects, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work independently. Ability to analyze, summarize and
interpret research findings and data in reports and spreadsheets
and communicate results. Knowledge of scientific integrity
principles. Excellent time management and organization skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated
ability to work with others in a collaborative environment.
Microsoft office software skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• M.S. degree in cell/molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacology

or other appropriate discipline. - At least 3-year laboratory
experience with a strong background in molecular biology. -
Comprehensive knowledge of tumor biology, molecular oncology, and
cellular genetics. - Extensive experience with a variety of
molecular and cellular assays, including proliferation/apoptosis,
RT-PCR, ELISA, Western blot, immunohistochemistry,
immunofluorescence, gene transfection, RNAi, reporter assays. -
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with
faculty, staff and collaborators. - Ability to interpret and
summarize scientific data in a clear, concise and accurate manner.

• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to efficiently

manage and prioritize multiple projects. - Excellent oral and
written communication skills.

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.