University of Miami · 1 month ago
Assistant Scientist --Firefighter Cancer Initiative
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Miami is seeking a Full Time Assistant Scientist to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, FL. The Assistant Scientist will carry out a research agenda, contribute to scientific publications, and support the University’s research goals and objectives.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Contributes to basic and applied research activities and authors scientific publications, technical and agency reports, and patent preparations
Collaborates with senior staff to publish findings in refereed journals
Creates and conducts experiments and analyzes results
Works with other researchers to use and develop end products
Writes extramural proposals with approval from appropriate senior staff
Provides ready access to all experimental data for managing staff
Requests or acquires equipment and supplies for assigned project(s)
Uses the internet, surveys, legal documents, and other available sources to collect information
Applies for grants to continue research and prepares materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree relevant field required
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
Preferred
Doctorate degree - Philosophy (PhD) preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.
5001-10000 employees
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