Senior Research Associate 1The Department of Microbiology & Immunology have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Associate 1 to work on-site full time in Miami, FL.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 Collects, analyzes, and presents research data. Monitors and maintains relevant research databases to ensure accurate data entries. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures. Participates in the publication of significant results to include authorship of scientific monographs. Advances expertise through continued education, training, and research. Maintains current knowledge of relevant developments in the field. Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice. Warrants that department activities comply with applicable guidelines and regulations. 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 prior experience required
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 Specific Functions
- Assist in lab maintenance
- Assist in cell separation from whole blood samples.
- Assist in handling biologic samples from study participants.
- Help in manuscript preparation including literature search, figures and other tasks.
- Help in data analysis as needed.
- The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.