Research Associate 3 , SOM

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CORE JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                    

The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate 3 with the Department of Urology in Miami, Florida.

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                                                                                                          

• Maintains daily operations and performs procedures related to new and on-going research projects. 

• Assists with ordering, purchasing, and maintenance of all required reagents and supplies for laboratory activities, and monitors and maintains inventory of supplies and stocks.

• Assists with the maintenance of institutional biosafety and animal care protocols, laboratory safety records, and standard operating procedures.

• Performs and assists other research staff with standard laboratory techniques.

• Develops, adapts, and implements new laboratory procedures.

• Records, organizes, and writes up experimental results for submission of manuscripts and for scientific presentations.

• Keeps abreast of latest literature in the field and searches for references to technical problems.

• Maintains current knowledge of the methods and techniques related to the specific field of research.

• 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: 

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.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

• Verification of the test procedures performed and establishment of the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including the precision and accuracy of each test and test system.

• Enrollment and participation in an approved PT program commensurate with the services offered.

• Establishing a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytic performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process.

• Resolving technical problems and ensuring that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

• Supervising and training all lab and research personnel.

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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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A7