Research Associate 1, SOM (A) at University of Miami in Miami, Florida

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Research Associate 1



The University of Miami/UHealth Department of The Miami Project has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Associate 1 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus.



Core Job Summary



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 Responsibilities

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
  
  


• Participates in the publication of significant results.
  
  


• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
  
  


• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
  
  


• Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
  
  

Department Specific Functions

• Contribute to a research program aimed at identifying novel therapeutics for promoting axon regeneration and neuroprotection after injury to the central nervous system.
  
  


• Work as an integral member of a research team employing gene therapy and cell-based strategies to induce neurorepair and functional recovery towards the development and translation of treatments to the clinical setting for spinal cord, nerve, and brain injury.
  
  


• Use prior knowledge of Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or Molecular Biology to perform techniques and protocols as well as design and troubleshoot experiments.
  
  
  Perform procedures and analysis associated with histological and behavioral assessment of animals following spinal cord injury including, animal surgeries (laminectomy, tracing, cell transplantation), animal post-operative care, animal perfusion and tissue dissection, tissue sectioning and staining, behavioral measurement of sensory and motor function as well as fluorescent and confocal microscopy and tissue culture.
  
  


• Perform biochemistry, immunochemistry and molecular biology techniques including cell and tissue staining, western blotting, gel electrophoresis and ELISA.
  
  


• Be able to manage transgenic mouse colonies, perform genotyping and coordinate breeding programs for the mice.
  
  


• The position will require after-hours and weekend work with animal care and management.
  
  

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

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required
  
  


• 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.
  
  


• Commitment to the University's core values.
  
  


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

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:

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