Research Assistant

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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 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.    Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
7.    Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
8.    Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies, including animal experimentations. 
9.    Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
10.    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 

Experience:
No prior experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•    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.

Department Specific Functions
1. Research project focuses on the role of microRNAs in neurogenesis within drug abuse and HIV mouse models. For this project, we are seeking a research associate with a bachelor's degree in biology, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology. 
2.  As we are utilizing human cell lines and in vivo mouse models, we expect the individual to be responsible for maintaining cell lines and transgenic mice, as well as conducting Western blotting and real-time qPCR analyses.

Department Specific Qualifications         

Education:
Bachelors degree in relevant field

Experience:
Laboratory experience is preferred
 

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

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Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary