Scientist, SOM Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL at University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida

Job Description:

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The University of Miami, Department of Ophthalmology, is currently seeking a full time Scientist position to work in Miami. The Scientist (fifth level of research position) supports research activities at the University and may work under the direction of a principal investigator or program director.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

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  Oversees research employees, students, and other relevant staff.

  
  


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  Authors scientific publications, technical and agency reports, and patent applications.

  
  


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  Assists in the development of training materials for research staff.

  
  


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  Plans experiments and records and analyzes findings.

  
  


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  Prepares research proposals and funding applications.

  
  


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  Ensures that all activities are in compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.

  
  


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  Maintains current knowledge of relevant scientific and technical developments.

  
  


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  Presents ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.

  
  


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  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:

Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in relevant field

Experience:

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

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  Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

  
  


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  Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

  
  


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  Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

  
  

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.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Full time
Employee Type:Staff
Pay Grade:A14 Apply Now