About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As a Research Assistant on the confidential client’s basic science oncology team, you will support laboratory research and data analysis to advance ongoing projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Perform laboratory-based scientific techniques (cell, molecular, biological, biochemical assays)
• Assist with experimental design, setup, execution, and troubleshooting
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate laboratory results and survey data
• Analyze and summarize data using graphs, charts, and tables to highlight key findings
• Proofread and edit research data, methods, and documents for accuracy and consistency
• Assist the Principal Investigator and senior researchers in preparing methods, figures, presentations, and manuscripts for conferences and peer-reviewed journals
• Maintain laboratory equipment, perform routine maintenance, and order/organize research supplies
• Maintain a clean, compliant workstation and follow all protocol, safety, and regulatory guidelines
• Communicate experiment status and results to the Principal Investigator and postdoctoral staff
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of research goals

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Qualifications

Education & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field preferred (required level: undergraduate degree or equivalent training)
• Entry-level candidates welcome (less than 1 year of job-related experience); prior lab experience or coursework in research techniques is a plus

Knowledge, skills & abilities

• Hands-on experience or coursework in cell and molecular biology, biochemical techniques, or related laboratory methods preferred
• Strong ability to follow written protocols and work independently with supervision as needed
• Ability to analyze, summarize, and present research findings clearly in reports and spreadsheets
• Familiarity with scientific integrity and research documentation practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent time management, organization, interpersonal, and communication skills; proven ability to work collaboratively in a team

Preferred

• Experience preparing materials for scientific presentations or manuscripts
• Previous experience in oncology research environments is a plus

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Details

• Employment type: Full Time
• Work location: Detroit, MI (on-site laboratory work)
• Department: Oncology / School of Medicine (primary research department)
• Openings: 1
• Estimated compensation: $51,144 per year (estimated)
• Typical working conditions: laboratory and/or office environment; may require non-standard hours (evenings/weekends) and travel to conferences
• Background check: May be required in accordance with client policy

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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