Biological Scientist II

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

4d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Biological Scientist II coordinates and carries out multiple concurrent research projects, including administering therapeutic interventions, collecting physiological and electrophysiological data, and processing and analyzing tissue. The position performs rodent surgical procedures and provides daily animal care and handling. Working with the laboratory manager, the role supports laboratory administration and maintenance, including protocol updates, inventory management, preparation of solutions and reagents, basic equipment maintenance, cleaning, purchasing coordination, order verification, and recordkeeping. The position analyzes data, prepares research updates and reports, attends weekly laboratory meetings, assists with training up to six lab members, and coordinates laboratory work with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates. This is a time-limited position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience, or a master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of relevant research experience.
Prior experience with animal models, including rodent handling; preference for experience or training in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and ensure efficient completion of multiple concurrent research projects.
Administer therapeutic interventions, such as treadmill exercise and gas exposures.
Collect data using methods including whole-body ventilation (plethysmography), in vivo EMG recordings, and acute electrophysiology experiments.
Process tissue, including sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and imaging quantification.
Perform surgical procedures such as EMG electrode implantation, spinal surgeries, and intrapleural injections.
Provide daily animal care and handling.
Work with the laboratory manager to review, update, and implement IACUC, EH&S, and biosafety protocols.
Coordinate general laboratory care and maintenance, including maintaining animal, chemical, and supply inventories; preparing solutions and reagents; performing basic equipment maintenance and laboratory cleaning; and coordinating supply ordering and purchasing.
Confirm receipt and accuracy of orders and submit supporting documentation according to departmental and institutional policies.
Organize and maintain files and records.
Analyze data and prepare research updates and reports.
Attend weekly laboratory meetings.
Assist in training up to six undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral associates.
Coordinate laboratory work with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates to support completion of ongoing projects.