Research Associate 3

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The UHealth system at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Assistant Scientist in the Radiation Oncology Department in Miami.

SUMMARY

• Maintains daily operations and performs procedures related to new and on-going cancer biology research projects. 
• Assists with ordering, purchasing, and maintenance of all required reagents and supplies for laboratory activities, and monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and stocks.
• Assists with the maintenance of institutional biosafety and animal care protocols, laboratory safety records, and standard operating procedures.
• Performs and assists other research staff with standard laboratory techniques.
• Develops, adapts, and implements new laboratory procedures.
• Records, organizes, and writes up experimental results for submission of manuscripts and for scientific presentations.
• Keeps abreast of latest literature in the field and searches for references to technical problems.
• Maintains current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research.
• 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:

Minimum must have bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related scientific field

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience: 

Minimum 5 years experience with standard biochemistry, molecular and cell biology procedures is a requirement.  

Department specific functions

Must display a high level of knowledge and proficiency in the following techniques:

• DNA isolation, amplification, purification, restriction enzyme mapping and gel electrophoresis
• Protein purification and immunoblotting
• Mammalian cell culture, expansion, freezing and sterile experimental handling
• Animal handling, colony maintenance and genotyping

Some or all of the following skills are strongly preferred:

• Viral transduction of constructs in cell lines
• Flow cytometry
• Small molecule testing in cell lines and viability-based assays
• Immunoprecipitation assays
• ELISA-based assays
• Immunohistochemistry
• RNA seq analysis

• Must have a good understanding of statistical analysis.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to work collaboratively and responsibly in a team setting
• Ability to multitask efficiently and under time constraints/deadlines
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.

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.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff