Research Associate 1, GAB

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine•Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

The Research Associate 1, GAB supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
No previous experience required
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Biology, Physiology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Coursework or research experience in neurobiology, motor control, or spinal cord physiology
Technical Proficiency in basic lab techniques including pipetting, reagent preparation, tissue handling, and microscopy
Strong organizational and documentation skills for maintaining lab records and following protocols
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a team-oriented research environment
Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving ability in a research setting
Commitment to ethical animal research and adherence to institutional safety and compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Prior participation in an undergraduate research program or honors thesis involving laboratory-based neuroscience
Training in animal research methods, molecular biology, or neuroanatomy is a plus

Responsibilities

Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
Participates in the publication of significant results.
Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Assist in rodent models of spinal cord injury, including pre- and post-operative care, behavioral testing, and recovery monitoring
Perform microsurgical procedures, including cervical spinal cord injury surgeries and stereotaxic injections under supervision
Conduct in vivo and ex vivo electrophysiological recordings to assess respiratory and motor circuit function
Carry out genotyping and colony management, including tail snips, DNA extraction, PCR, and data logging
Support immunohistochemistry, tissue sectioning, and sample preparation for microscopy
Operate and maintain confocal and epifluorescence microscopes, including image acquisition and analysis
Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and assist in development and refinement of lab protocols
Prepare and manage experimental reagents, buffers, and stock solutions
Maintain accurate lab notebooks and digital records to ensure compliance with institutional and funding agency protocols
Collaborate with lab members on data collection, organization, and analysis
Ensure compliance with IACUC, biosafety, and institutional guidelines, including proper animal handling and care