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The University of Miami/UHealth Office of the Dean has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Research Associate 3 to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Research Associate 3, SOM assumes responsibility for the design and performance of research focused on the development of novel experimental therapies for human malignancies. The incumbent contributes to collaborations with scientists within the University of Miami or elsewhere. Moreover, this individual works as part of a team and assists with the maintenance of laboratory equipment, protocols, and supplies.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Maintains daily operations and performs procedures related to new and on-going research projects.
2. Assists with ordering, purchasing, and maintenance of all required reagents and supplies for laboratory activities, and monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and stocks.
3. Assists with the maintenance of institutional biosafety and animal care protocols, laboratory safety records, and standard operating procedures.
4. Performs and assists other research staff with standard laboratory techniques.
5. Develops, adapts, and implements new laboratory procedures.
6. Records, organizes, and writes up experimental results for submission of manuscripts and for scientific presentations.
7. Keeps abreast of latest literature in the field and searches for references to technical problems.
8. Maintains current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research.
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:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Department Specific Functions
The Research Associate 3 supports the mission of a neuroscience research team focused on molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, biomarker discovery, and biosensor technology. The role involves advanced laboratory techniques, assay development, and operational support to ensure high quality, reproducible research across a multidisciplinary laboratory environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Advanced Molecular & Cellular Research Support
Perform complex molecular biology procedures, including cloning, CRISPRbased assays, and nucleic acid/protein construct generation, to support experimental studies relevant to neurodegenerative disease pathways.
Conduct recombinant protein expression in bacterial, yeast, or mammalian systems and perform chromatographic purification workflows (e.g., FPLC, HPLC) to generate high quality proteins for biochemical and biophysical assays.
Execute fluorescence based, electrochemical, and lateral flow detection assays for evaluating biomarker signatures and biosensor performance.
Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot new laboratory protocols that align with evolving research directions within the neuroscience team.
Data Handling, Analysis, and Scientific Documentation
Collect, analyze, and document experimental data; prepare figures and datasets for manuscripts, scientific presentations, and internal research reviews.
Use computational tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, Prism) to perform quantitative analysis, model assay performance, and support data interpretation and quality control.
Maintain accurate, detailed laboratory records and ensure traceability for all research activities.
Laboratory Operations & Compliance
Oversee inventory management, reagent procurement, and maintenance of specialized research equipment, supporting efficient daily operations.
Ensure compliance with biosafety, chemical safety, and research protocol requirements; maintain updated records for laboratory safety and standard operating procedures.
Assist with onboarding and training of junior personnel in core laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and research quality standards.
CrossFunctional Scientific Collaboration
Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers working in areas such as biosensing, protein aggregation biology, molecular engineering, and cellular models relevant to neuroscience.
Contribute to the preparation of research reports, grant related materials, and progress updates supporting team based scientific initiatives.
Apply knowledge of model organisms (e.g., E. coli, yeast, HEK cells, Drosophila, C. elegans) to support assay development and exploratory experiments across laboratory projects.
Department Specific Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
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.
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:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Staff