Postdoctoral Associate - DRI

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Postdoctoral Associate conducts scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff and contributes to the scientific community through research publications and presentations. The role involves independently designing, executing, and improving experimental protocols; conducting research; developing and refining laboratory methods; analyzing experimental data; and sharing findings with colleagues and the broader scientific community.

Laboratory work includes handling products and reagents safely, preparing buffers and standard reagents, operating routine and advanced laboratory and imaging equipment, and performing cell culture, flow cytometry, and human-tissue imaging. The Postdoctoral Associate is expected to learn new techniques and specialized software quickly and progress to independent operation. The role also includes literature reviews, paper and abstract preparation, presentations, support for grant writing, training students in routine experiments, and maintaining accurate laboratory records. When needed to support other team members, duties may include laboratory inventory, supply ordering, communicating issues, and contributing to laboratory organization and maintenance. Duties may vary according to departmental needs.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in a relevant field.
• No previous experience required.
• Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
• Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently execute, design, and improve experimental protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data sheets and strictly follow laboratory safety guidelines and University environmental health and safety policies.
• Ability to independently conduct cell culture, flow cytometry, and imaging studies in human tissue, with training provided as required.
• Ability to develop and follow protocols without deviations and to develop, optimize, and implement protocols using new procedures and technologies.
• Strong planning and organizational skills and professional communication with supervisors and colleagues.
• Ability to maintain complete laboratory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in assigned areas and independently execute routine and complex laboratory protocols and experiments.
• Design, develop, optimize, and improve experimental protocols, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare research reports, technical papers, abstracts, and presentations for the scientific community.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and theories, maintain knowledge of current principles and methods, and develop analytical models and systems to support decisions.
• Perform cell culture, flow cytometry, and imaging studies in human tissue using appropriate laboratory practices.
• Operate routine laboratory equipment and advanced instrumentation, including flow cytometers, confocal microscopes, slide scanners, and specialized imaging systems.
• Prepare buffers and standard laboratory reagents and follow laboratory safety, environmental health and safety, and waste-management policies.
• Analyze routine and complex experimental data and use relevant computer and specialized analysis software.
• Conduct literature reviews and contribute figure creation, analysis, and topic review in support of grant writing.
• Present and discuss research findings at laboratory meetings and individual meetings with supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and complete electronic and physical records of experiments, protocols, SOPs, and related activities.
• Train students in routine or less complex experiments as required.
• When needed to support other team members, manage laboratory inventory, coordinate supply orders, track purchases, communicate laboratory or administrative issues, and assist with laboratory organization and maintenance.
• Adhere to University and unit policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Tuition remission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree