Research Assistant 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant. SUMMARY The Research Assistant 1 (A) contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. The Research Assistant 1 (A) performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities. The Laboratory for Clinical Bioscience (LCB) is an approved cost center, core laboratory and shared resource facility established in 1996. As part of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) Research Resources, the LCB provides research support to University of Miami investigators and other academic and non-academic institutions. The Research Assistant 1 will report directly to the Manager of the Research Laboratory.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.
Prepares correspondence and answers phones.
Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.
Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.
Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.
Receive study samples and complete relevant requisition forms.
Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
Prepare shipment of study samples to reference laboratories and active contracts.
Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information.
Perform minor instrumentation maintenance and maintain appropriate maintenance logs.
Troubleshoot any specimen related issues.
Replenish test bench supplies as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Responsible for performing reagent and consumable inventory as directed.
Respond to telephone result inquires.
Complete record logs and other administrative duties as requested by supervisor.