Research Associate 2

at  University of Miami

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Associate 2 to work at UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, FL 33136.

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Research Associate 2, 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.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required

EXPERIENCE:

Min 2 years of experience of work in a lab setting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES:

• 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

• Lab maintenance and ordering of core reagents
• Cell culture methodology including maintenance, transfection and selection
• Basic laboratory skills (PCR, QPCR, Western Bolot analysis, Basic microscopy)
• Core data analysis skills
• Data and experimental documentation
  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.
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