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Wayne State University · 1 day ago

Research Assistant - Department of Oncology

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Wayne State University is a premier public research university located in Detroit, Michigan, seeking an experienced Research Assistant for its Department of Oncology. The role involves performing laboratory-based scientific techniques, assisting with experiments, and supporting research objectives while ensuring compliance with all guidelines.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

Perform laboratory techniques including mammalian cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, immunostaining, metabolic flux assays (e.g., Seahorse), and basic molecular cloning

Assist in executing experiments in cancer metabolism and therapeutic target validation, including work with preclinical models

Collect, log, and analyze experimental data; generate figures, graphs, and basic statistical summaries

Contribute to manuscript preparation, presentations, and research reports

Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory, and organization to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and ethical standards

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesData analysisLaboratory techniquesCell cultureStatistical softwareCommunication skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

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

Entry level (less than a year of job-related experience)

Preferred

Master's Degree preferred or Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field

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

Prior research experience in a biomedical laboratory setting preferred (e.g., cell culture, molecular biology techniques)

Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Excellent communication skills and commitment to scientific integrity

Experience with metabolic assays, CRISPR gene editing, or in vivo mouse work

Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., GraphPad Prism, ImageJ, Microsoft Excel)

Interest in cancer biology, metabolism, and drug discovery

Company

Wayne State University

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A premier research university serving a diverse body of motivated students in vibrant Midtown, the cultural center of Detroit.

Founded in 1868

Detroit, mi, US

5001-10000 employees

https://wayne.edu/

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