University of Miami · 6 hours ago
Research Associate 3- Petrucelli Lab
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Miami is a leading academic medical center seeking a Research Associate 3 for their UHealth campus. The role involves designing and performing research on novel experimental therapies for human malignancies, collaborating with scientists, and maintaining laboratory operations and equipment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
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
Perform complex molecular biology procedures, including cloning, CRISPRbased assays, and nucleic acid/protein construct generation, to support experimental studies relevant to neurodegenerative disease pathways
Conduct recombinant protein expression in bacterial, yeast, or mammalian systems and perform chromatographic purification workflows (e.g., FPLC, HPLC) to generate high quality proteins for biochemical and biophysical assays
Execute fluorescence based, electrochemical, and lateral flow detection assays for evaluating biomarker signatures and biosensor performance
Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot new laboratory protocols that align with evolving research directions within the neuroscience team
Collect, analyze, and document experimental data; prepare figures and datasets for manuscripts, scientific presentations, and internal research reviews
Use computational tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R, Prism) to perform quantitative analysis, model assay performance, and support data interpretation and quality control
Maintain accurate, detailed laboratory records and ensure traceability for all research activities
Oversee inventory management, reagent procurement, and maintenance of specialized research equipment, supporting efficient daily operations
Ensure compliance with biosafety, chemical safety, and research protocol requirements; maintain updated records for laboratory safety and standard operating procedures
Assist with onboarding and training of junior personnel in core laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and research quality standards
Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers working in areas such as biosensing, protein aggregation biology, molecular engineering, and cellular models relevant to neuroscience
Contribute to the preparation of research reports, grant related materials, and progress updates supporting team based scientific initiatives
Apply knowledge of model organisms (e.g., E. coli, yeast, HEK cells, Drosophila, C. elegans) to support assay development and exploratory experiments across laboratory projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
Minimum 5 Years Of Relevant Experience Required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.
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