University of South Florida · 9 hours ago
CRM Research Associate
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of South Florida is inviting excellent candidates for a position at the rank of Research Associate in the Center for Regenerative Medicine. The role involves independent research in cardiovascular disease, teaching lab techniques, and collaboration on research projects related to cardiac development.
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Responsibilities
Independent design and oversight of research projects (with guidance from PI). Conduct of basic and translational research related to cardiovascular disease with PI supervision. Preparation of data, figures, and protocols for use in manuscripts and grants. Working with PI on manuscript and grant preparation and submission
Instruction of lab personnel in bench techniques and rodent procedures
Will guide an independent research project under the supervision of Dr. DaZhi Wang on a topic related to Dr. Wang’s research initiatives in cardiac development/cardiovascular disease
Provide bench level instruction for technicians, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees in the lab
Perform basic and translational research related to heart disease
Assist CRM Director with preparation of manuscripts and grants by preparing data with descriptions of procedures and figures
Will participate in lab meetings, grant writing and manuscript preparation
Serve in governance, service, and community outreach tasks upon consultation with CRM Director
As 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/unit on university and/or Statewide committees
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Research Associate
Experience with molecular biology
Familiarity with grant and manuscript preparation, data presentation, and lab/animal safety protocol preparation
The applicant must be comfortable handling animals and the use of animal models of disease
Candidate must be self-motivated and independent and comfortable seeking and obtaining feedback from peers and colleagues
Excellent organization skills
Preferred
The ideal candidate will have a solid publication record and evidence of excellent skills in molecular biology and biochemistry, as well as cell biology
Substantial experience (5 years or more) performing basic research using mouse and cell culture models
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.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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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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CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences
Shilen Patel
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