Research Associate 1, SOM (A) Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, is offering a full-time opportunity for a Research Associate 1 in Miami, Florida. This role supports research activities for an assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on specific research projects. The incumbent is expected to continuously advance their expertise through ongoing education, training, and research.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
No prior experience required
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

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.