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The Surgery department has an exciting opportunity for a full time (Temp) Research Associate 1, SOM position. The incumbent 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                                                                                           

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.

Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.

Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.

Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.

Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.

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                                                                                        

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Master’s degree in Biology preferred

Laboratory experience in immunology is desired animal handling is preferred

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

Perform molecular biology experiments Perform immunological experiments like FACS, sort, ELIZA, cytokine array Perform animal work Perform cell culture work

Department Specific Qualifications                                                                 

Education:

MS is preferred

Experience:

Laboratory experience in immunology is desired

Animal handling is preferred

Mammalian cell culture technique familiarity is needed

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

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