Biological Scientist I
About The Position
The Aria Eshraghi Laboratory in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Immunology at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a highly motivated Research Technician to join a growing research program investigating bacterial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, antimicrobial discovery, and vaccine development. Current projects examine the molecular mechanisms governing Francisella pathogenesis, respiratory metabolism, bacterial adaptation to arthropod vectors, and the genetic basis of bacterial host adaptation and vector colonization. The successful candidate will perform molecular biology, microbiology, and cell biology experiments; conduct bacterial genetic screens; characterize mutant phenotypes; and perform mammalian and arthropod cell culture and vector-infection studies. Additional responsibilities include analyzing experimental data, contributing to manuscript and grant preparation, maintaining research records, preparing reagents, assisting with laboratory organization and equipment maintenance, and supporting the training of junior laboratory members. The position is suited for a detail-oriented and intellectually curious candidate. The laboratory offers opportunities to develop skills in experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, grant development, and collaborative research. The position is time-limited. The expected salary is $22.03 per hour. A health assessment is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
- Upload a cover letter and resume to be considered.
- Complete a health assessment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with microbiology, bacterial culture, molecular cloning, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, or cell culture.
- Experience with infectious disease, host-pathogen interactions, immunology, or vector biology.
- Experience with quantitative data analysis and scientific writing.
- Demonstrated initiative, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for research.
Responsibilities
- Perform molecular biology, microbiology, and cell biology experiments.
- Conduct bacterial genetic screens and characterize mutant phenotypes.
- Perform mammalian and arthropod cell culture and vector-infection studies.
- Analyze experimental data.
- Contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.
- Maintain research records and prepare reagents.
- Assist with laboratory organization and equipment maintenance.
- Support the training of junior laboratory members.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
