Research Associate 1
About The Position
The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics is hiring a full-time Research Associate 1 to work in Miami, Florida, in the Agrawal Research Lab at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. The role focuses on rare diseases and the study of genetic disorders. The successful candidate should be highly motivated. The Research Associate 1 interprets research protocols, conducts and supports laboratory research, analyzes genomic and other research data, and helps communicate findings through reports and publications. The role also includes maintaining accurate research records, laboratory equipment, and adherence to good research practices and University policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- No previous experience required.
- Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
- Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
- Basic computer skills.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Understand and interpret research protocols and procedures.
- Participate in the publication of significant results.
- Maintain an overview of relevant research findings and stay current with publications on methods, techniques, and developments in the research area.
- Ensure research is conducted according to good research practice.
- Collect, prepare, analyze, dissect, and evaluate specimens or tissue cultures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Perform routine assays, tests, and studies.
- Calculate research test results, collect data, and perform statistical analysis of laboratory results.
- Maintain accurate records of research findings.
- Analyze large-scale genomic data using statistical methods.
- Write reports summarizing data and the implications of results.
- Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
- Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Tuition remission
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
