Research Associate 1 - Autoimmune & Cancer at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

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The Research Associate 1, SOM supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
2. Participates in the publication of significant results.
3. Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
4. Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
5. Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
6. Organizes and maintains mouse colonies
7. Collects, processes and analyzes mouse organs and cells.
8. Maintains sterile cell lines and cell cultures.
9. Performs basic molecular biology experiments, such as RNA extraction, PCR and cloning.
10. Prepares cells for flow cytometry and performs basic flow cytometry analysis.
11. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
12. Performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
13. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required
Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable
Experience:
No prior experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Ability to work with chemicals and biohazard materials such as viruses, parasites and bacteria in a biosafety level 2 area.
• Commitment to the University's core values.


• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.


Department Specific Functions
This full-time Research Associate 1, SOM position is within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (SCCC) at the Miller School of Medicine. The incumbent will be embedded in the Villarino laboratory to support research on autoimmune disease and cancer. Specifically, they will be expected to support and interface with other members of the laboratory, primarily in support of in vivo mouse experiments. The incumbent will also participate in departmental lectures/seminars and other University activities designed to advance their education and training. This position is contingent on funding and salary will be commensurate with experience. There will be a six month probationary period, after which there may be a mutual decision to continue for at least 1.5 more years (2 years total), contingent on quality research output, ability to work with the team and demonstration of time management, communication, and documentation skills.
Core lab-specific duties include:
1. Organizes and maintains mouse colonies
2. Collect processes and analyze mouse organs and cells.
3. Prepare samples for next generation sequencing
4. Maintain sterile cell lines and cell cultures.
5. Perform basic molecular biology experiments, such as RNA extraction, PCR and cloning.
6. Support ongoing research for standing lab members


The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.


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Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

A5