Research Associate Jobs

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedResearch Associateat 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 and technical assistance to

complete laboratory based, clinical or population science research. May assist in writing research protocols and in manuscript preparation. Design and perform research protocols independently or as directed through training in more difficult or specialized procedures to meet the needs of the research protocol.

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.

Prepare and present presentations regarding research results for professional, scientific and academic conferences. Summarize and organize data results for submittal to academic and scholarly, peer-reviewed journals. Write scientific manuscripts and other documents for publication. Fact-check, proofread, and edit research documents to ensure accuracy.

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

Independently perform cellular and molecular biology techniques and in vivo studies in the areas of cancer research.

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 Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

Experience Performing Basic Research Techniques, Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and previous training 2 years related work experience and a Master of Science degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. 1. Independent performance of cell culture experiments (basic cell culture techniques including sterile technique, counting cells, treating cells, and transfections). 2. Independent performance of in vivo studies (animal handling, intra-peritoneal injections; intra-ocular bleeding procedures, animal imaging under anesthesia). 3. Performance of molecular biology techniques such as plasmid preparations, RNA and protein isolation, RT-PCR, qPCR, western blot analysis, immunohistochemistry, and immunoprecipitation. 4. Performance of cell biology techniques such cytotoxicity assay, mitochondrial function assay, flow cytometry. 5. Maintenance of complete, accurate, and organized records of in vitro and in vivo experiments. 6. Ability to analyze results and initiate troubleshooting of experiments to solve problems. 7. Ability to efficiently organize and summarize data. 8. Solves complex methodology, protocol, procedural and research problems through design of techniques, procedures, and policies that will achieve research goals 9. Computer skills and knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint.

School/College/Division

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary Department

H0610 - Obstetrics/Gynecology

Employment Type

• Job type: Full Time
• Regular Employee
• Job category: Research

Funding/salary Information

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum:
• Hourly rate:
• Salary hire maximum:

Working Conditions

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 reason: None (New Requisition)
• Reposted position: No
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.