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University of Miami · 1 day ago

Research Assistant

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The University of Miami is a leading academic medical center that provides innovative patient care and research opportunities. They are seeking a full-time Research Assistant to support research investigators by conducting laboratory tests and managing clerical tasks to ensure smooth operations. The role involves working with various scientific apparatus, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to established research protocols.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs

Prepares correspondence and answers phones

Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms

Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents. Set up instruments, materials and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment

Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules

Maintains appropriate logs, records, and laboratory notebooks

Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures. Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs). The Research Assistant will work under the direction of the principal investigator, program director or designee, such as a Lab Manager or above

Assemble annual and monthly reports and presentations. Communicate with the PI or assigned supervisor regarding experimental data, laboratory, or other work-related issues

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Molecular biologyTissue culturePCR techniquesData analysisLaboratory equipment operationEnglish proficiencyAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCollaboration

Required

High School diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Work-related knowledge in tissue culture, molecular biology and genetics laboratory test techniques

Collaborate with other employees, good organizational skills, and excellent computer skills required

Excellent English language skills (both verbal and written) required

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

Preferred

Work-related knowledge qPCR, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, molecular cloning, amplification of DNA sequences by PCR, protein expression techniques, protein purification, plasmid analyses by restriction digest, protein gel electrophoresis, DNA gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, Southern Blotting, siRNA/DNA transfections

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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