Biological Scientist - Corneal Research

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

3d•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This position typically reports to the principal investigator or a Scientific Researcher on a research project. A Biological Scientist conducts experimental protocols and modifies those protocols in order to meet research objectives. These protocols involve both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the specific processes and specialized equipment involved in research within a particular discipline. A Biological Scientist prepares descriptions of laboratory or field techniques and collects, analyzes and describes data on research projects. Work at this level is distinguished from Research Lab Technicians by modifying and adapting standard procedures to meet the needs of the project and by preparing summaries of the research techniques and results. The work is distinguished from a Sr. Biological Scientist or higher level researcher in that it is does not regularly and customarily develop or determine the type of analysis to be performed nor prepare interpretive data for publication. The position may perform a minor amount of administrative duties such as monitoring budgets, and drafting administrative forms and reports. This position is grant funded and is NOT eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Requirements

Practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the specific processes and specialized equipment involved in research within a particular discipline.
Ability to modify and adapt standard procedures to meet the needs of the project.
Ability to prepare summaries of research techniques and results.

Nice To Haves

Does not regularly and customarily develop or determine the type of analysis to be performed.
Does not regularly and customarily prepare interpretive data for publication.

Responsibilities

Conducts experimental protocols and modifies those protocols in order to meet research objectives.
Prepares descriptions of laboratory or field techniques.
Collects, analyzes and describes data on research projects.
Modifies and adapts standard procedures to meet the needs of the project.
Prepares summaries of the research techniques and results.
May perform a minor amount of administrative duties such as monitoring budgets, and drafting administrative forms and reports.