Wayne State University
Research Assistant - Department of Oncology
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Research Assistant - Department of Oncology
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced
Research Assistant - 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 that 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 the 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. Proofread and edit research data and documents to ensure accuracy. Assist the principal investigator with writing methods and summarizing/organizing data to be used in preparing and presenting at professional, scientific, and academic conferences, as well as submitting to academic and scholarly peer-reviewed journals. Maintain the laboratory work areas, including routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. Order and organize required research supplies and records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work station. Perform other related duties as assigned. Unique duties:
Assist in the day-to-day duties of the Biobanking and Correlative Sciences Core, including data management, consenting participants, biospecimen processing, and benchwork. Less than 40% of the position time is spent on isolating plasma, PBMCs, and RNA from whole blood and bone marrow for the biobank. Less than 40% of the time is spent performing basic histology techniques, including paraffin embedding of tissue, tissue sectioning, and immunohistochemistry. Maintain accurate research logs and paperwork. Collaborate with a team on large multi-part research projects. Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is 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 than a year of job-related experience). Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting with human subjects is 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, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Preferred qualifications:
Details not specified. 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 Hourly rate: Not specified Salary minimum: Not specified Salary hire maximum: Not specified Working conditions:
Work may include laboratory and/or office environments. May require non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends. Travel to scientific conferences may be required. Job openings:
Number of openings: 1 Reposted position: No Reposted reason: None (New Requisition) Background check requirements:
A background check, including a criminal history check, may be required before starting employment. The university will inform if applicable.
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Wayne State University is searching for an experienced
Research Assistant - 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 that 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 the 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. Proofread and edit research data and documents to ensure accuracy. Assist the principal investigator with writing methods and summarizing/organizing data to be used in preparing and presenting at professional, scientific, and academic conferences, as well as submitting to academic and scholarly peer-reviewed journals. Maintain the laboratory work areas, including routine maintenance of laboratory equipment. Order and organize required research supplies and records. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work station. Perform other related duties as assigned. Unique duties:
Assist in the day-to-day duties of the Biobanking and Correlative Sciences Core, including data management, consenting participants, biospecimen processing, and benchwork. Less than 40% of the position time is spent on isolating plasma, PBMCs, and RNA from whole blood and bone marrow for the biobank. Less than 40% of the time is spent performing basic histology techniques, including paraffin embedding of tissue, tissue sectioning, and immunohistochemistry. Maintain accurate research logs and paperwork. Collaborate with a team on large multi-part research projects. Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field of study is 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 than a year of job-related experience). Experience performing basic research techniques or interacting with human subjects is 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, with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Preferred qualifications:
Details not specified. 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 Hourly rate: Not specified Salary minimum: Not specified Salary hire maximum: Not specified Working conditions:
Work may include laboratory and/or office environments. May require non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends. Travel to scientific conferences may be required. Job openings:
Number of openings: 1 Reposted position: No Reposted reason: None (New Requisition) Background check requirements:
A background check, including a criminal history check, may be required before starting employment. The university will inform if applicable.
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