University of South Florida · 5 months ago
Research Associate
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university dedicated to innovation and academic excellence. The Research Associate will work closely with Drs. Matar and McDonald in establishing the Ruberg Cardiovascular 3D Printing and Bio-Innovation Research Center, focusing on advancing cardiovascular bio-printing technologies and translating them into clinical applications.
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Responsibilities
RESEARCH: Independent project design with guidance from the lab directors. Designs, oversees, and performs experiments (bench-level work including the use of bio-printers, typically molecular biology, cell biology/tissue culture, protein chemistry, bioassay development). Operates and assists with maintenance of equipment. Maintains records of experimentation. Collection, organization, and analysis of data for presentation and publication (with the lab directors). Data generation, analysis, and interpretation for ultimate manuscript preparation. Participation in lab meetings, journal clubs, grant writing and manuscript/grant reviews
TEACHING: Assists with training colleagues as needed
ADMINISTRATIVE: Collaborate with other scientists, within the Heart Institute, and USF medical engineering as well as USF/HVI physicians and at other locations, to advance team goals
OTHER: As part of a team, will work towards advancing your own career goals. Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, immunology, or related field
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Research Associate
Experience in the submission of manuscripts with a strong publication record
Candidate must be self-motivated and independent and comfortable seeking and obtaining feedback from peers and colleagues
The ability to multitask several research studies simultaneously
Preferred
Experience with bio-inks and bio-printing technology
Stem-Cell culture technical experience
Bioassays including flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, and ELISA development
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public research university located in Tampa, Florida.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$170.33MKey Investors
The Duke Energy FoundationNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyFederal Railroad Administration
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-09-25Grant· $17.07M
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Sidney Fernandes
CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences
Shilen Patel
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