Research Associate 1

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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.
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 

Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable

Experience: 
No prior experience required

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 ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

DRI related duties include but are not limited to:
1.    Read and interpret technical data sheets for laboratory products, reagents, and materials.
2.    Adhere strictly to safety guidelines when handling laboratory products and reagents.
3.    Comply with EH&S and UM safety policies, including proper laboratory waste management.
4.    Operate routine laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, shakers, water baths, balances, and inverted microscopes.
5.    Operate advanced instrumentation, including flow cytometers, confocal microscopes, slide scanners, and other specialized imaging systems.
6.    Participate in training for new techniques and instrumentation as required, with the expectation of rapidly achieving technical proficiency and progressing to independent operation in a timely manner.
7.    Proactively utilize available institutional and online resources (e.g., DRI and UM) to expand technical expertise and improve laboratory practices.
8.    Prepare buffers and standard laboratory reagents.
9.    Independently execute routine laboratory protocols and experiments.
10.    Analyze routine experimental data as appropriate.
11.    Present results and discuss findings at laboratory meetings when applicable.
12.    Support team members in more complex experimental procedures as needed.
13.    Contribute to the development and refinement of protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
14.    Ability to operate computers and software relevant for the lab activities (i.e., from standard computer software such as Power point and Excel, to complex image analysis software and flow cytometry analysis software). Training is provided for specialized software, with the expectation of rapidly achieving technical proficiency and progressing to independent operation in a timely manner.
15.    Demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills.
16.    Communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors and colleagues.
17.    Maintain accurate and complete laboratory records, including electronic and physical documentation of experiments, protocols, SOPs, and related activities.
18.    Manage laboratory inventory, including chemicals, cell lines, tissues, antibodies, and equipment, in accordance with UM requirements.
19.    Coordinate ordering of laboratory supplies, maintain records of purchases, track pending orders, and identify appropriate products when necessary.
20.    Promptly address and communicate any laboratory or administrative issues, coordinating with supervisors and relevant UM departments as needed.
21.    Contribute to overall laboratory organization, cleanliness, and maintenance activities.
 

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

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