Sr. Research Associate 1 - Part Time

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CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Research Associate 1, SOM provides laboratory-based support for the University’s research activities by tackling the more specialized and complex projects and experiments. Additionally, the incumbent leverages his/her expertise in training and mentoring department staff, students, and less experienced research associates.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Collects, analyzes, and presents research data.

2. Monitors and maintains relevant research databases to ensure accurate data entries.

3. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.

4. Participates in the publication of significant results to include authorship of scientific monographs.

5. Advances expertise through continued education, training, and research.

6. Maintains current knowledge of relevant developments in the field.

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

8. Warrants that department activities comply with applicable guidelines and regulations.
9. 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:
Master's Degree in relevant field
Experience:
No previous experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

Department Specific Functions

• Expected to care and maintain all cell line collections in the lab.

• Downloads, enters, and regulates data and maintains quality assurance.

• Contributes to report writing and graphical presentation of data.

• Monitors inventory of equipment and supplies and places orders in a timely fashion. Maintains laboratory facilities and equipment in compliance with safety regulations and policies.

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

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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:

Part time

Employee Type:

Staff