Research Associate

We are searching for an experienced Research Associate at our Detroit campus location.

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit 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 preparing students for success in a diverse, 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.
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:

Work independently for radiopharmaceuticals production, quality control and drug release under cGMP environment, including operation of cyclotron, chemistry modules, HPLC, GC and Radio-TLC etc. Development of radiopharmaceutical and precursor. Draft manuscript, standard operating procedure (SOP) and log. Lab and equipment maintenance, ordering and inventory control. Keep good documentation in compliance with regulations. Continuous improvement of drug quality and root cause analysis of radiopharmaceuticals manufacturing issues.

Qualifications:

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 performing basic research techniques, preferred.  
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:

MS/PhD in chemistry related field are encouraged to apply. Solid knowledge in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry is required. Research and publication experience preferred. Must be willing to work on radioactivity. Radiochemistry experience is preferred. Self-motivated, quick learner. Be flexible and adapt in a dynamic research environment. Must have a “can do” attitude and willingness to work with other researchers, faculty, and Cyclotron Radiochemistry Core staff collaboratively.

School/College/Division:

H06 - School of Medicine

Primary Department:

H0632 - Oncology

Job Type: Full Time

Job Category: Research

Funding/Salary Information:

          Compensation Type: Annual Salary

Working Conditions:

Wayne State University requires all students, faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: WSU Covid-19Website Position requires the ability to stand, squat, reach and lift up to 50 pounds

Job Openings: 1

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. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color, and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.