• Sr. Research Associate 3

    University of Miami (Miami, FL)


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    CORE JOB SUMMARY

    The Sr. Research Associate 3, SOM (A) conducts highly specialized and complex research in support of the division’s research goals and objectives and assumes responsibility for the successful operations of the laboratory. The incumbent also supervises the activities of all laboratory staff and users and serves as subject matter expert and mentor to less experienced staff.

    CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

    + Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data.

    + Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.

    + Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.

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

    + Designs, evaluates, and implements methods and protocols for assigned research projects.

    + Recommends purchase of new equipment for research projects.

    + Writes scientific articles and manuscripts for publication and presentation.

    + Oversees and ensures the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.

    + Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.

    + 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 Biological Sciences or Biomedical Engineering

    Experience:

    Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

    Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

    + Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

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

    + Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

    DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

    Department Specific Functions

    + Isolation of islets and other cells from human and nonhuman primate tissues.

    + Preparation of islets and other cells for transplant/infusion.

    + Molecular and cellular techniques for Immunologic and imaging assessments of human and nonhuman primate blood and tissues.

    + Data compilation and statistical analysis.

     

    Department Specific Qualifications

    Education:

    Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or Biomedical Engineering

    Experience:

    Lab Based

    + Islet isolation and analysis (cell type, function, viability) and preparation for transplantation – any species but human and/or nonhuman primate ideal

    + Isolation and analysis of cells from hematopoietic and other tissues any species but human and/or nonhuman primate ideal

    + Molecular and cellular immunologic and tissue imaging techniques

    + Flow cytometry

    + In vitro assessments of islet function

    + In vitro assessments of immune cells in the allo and xeno transplant setting

    + Data compilation into graphs and preparation of slides, figures for grants and publications

    + Ability to compile different types of data and interpret at the assay and bigger picture level

    + Statistical analysis of data

    + Writing animal care and use protocols

    + Laboratory regulatory requirements

    + Assistance in grant and manuscript preparation

    Management:

    + Coordination of 1-6 laboratory staff

    + Representation of lab within DRI and for interactions with key internal and external partners

    Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

    + Inclusive, collegial and focused

    + Able to communicate with both scientific and non-scientific staff

     

    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