Research Scientist - Department of Oncology
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Research Scientist - 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):
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.
With the assistance of the Principal Investigator, find and write research grants with the goal of obtaining additional research grant funding. Responsibilities may also include coordinating correspondence with applicants and grantees, acknowledging receipts of proposals, and maintaining a system to track proposals.
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 project 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:
To Apply: Please submit your CV, cover letter, and contact information for references to jiangh@karmanos.org; hi1492@wayne.edu - Novel radiotracers development and related good documentation skills for GMP compliance and IND/RDRC licenses application. - Perform production and quality control of the established radiopharmaceuticals for patient healthcare, clinical trials, and preclinical studies in accordance with PET drug cGMP and other regulatory guidelines. - Conduct radiolabeling of peptides and antibodies for investigational use in humans. - Carry out metabolite analysis of radiopharmaceuticals in blood and plasma samples to support pharmacokinetic profiling. - Perform evaluations of radiopharmaceuticals to assess in vitro and in vivo protein, cell and animal modes. - Apply and maintain aseptic techniques during sterile preparation and handling of investigational radiopharmaceuticals. - Participate in laboratory operations and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety and documentation standards. - Contribute to drafting SOPs, technical reports, and manuscripts for publication and regulatory submission.
Qualifications:
Education: Doctorate degree
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. Must have distinguished themselves in research.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work independently. Ability to secure grants and funding for research. 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:
- M.S/M.D/Ph.D in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nuclear Medicine, Clinical medicine, and/or a related health science field. Research experience working with radioisotopes, proteins and peptides preferred. - Familiarity with analytical methods in pharmaceutical and aseptically skills. - Strong organizational and documentation skills. - Excellent communication skills. -Prior experience in a clinical or translational research environment is a plus.
School/College/Division:
H06 - School of Medicine
Primary department:
H0632 - Oncology
Employment type:
Funding/salary information:
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:
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.
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