Research Associate, Basic Sciences - Department of Oncology

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.