Research Scientist

University of South Florida • Tampa, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Currier Thomas Neurotrauma Laboratory at the University of South Florida is seeking a highly organized, adaptable, and motivated Research Scientist to support both laboratory operations and active neuroscience research projects. The positions will play a central role in running molecular, histological, behavioral, and electrochemical studies as well as maintaining laboratory efficiency, equipment maintenance, and cross-training on shared equipment. Responsibilities will vary based on ongoing projects and laboratory needs, requiring flexibility, initiative, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn diverse techniques. A minimum two-year commitment is strongly preferred due to the extensive training involved. This role is ideal for candidates interested in gaining experience in translational neuroscience research while contributing to a fast-paced, high-accountability team environment. This is a Time-Limited, Grant Funded position and is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Requirements

• Highly organized
• Adaptable
• Motivated
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to learn diverse techniques

Nice To Haves

• A minimum two-year commitment is strongly preferred due to the extensive training involved.

Responsibilities

• Running molecular, histological, behavioral, and electrochemical studies
• Maintaining laboratory efficiency
• Equipment maintenance
• Cross-training on shared equipment

Benefits

• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• retirement plan options
• employee and dependent tuition programs
• generous leave
• hundreds of employee perks and discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed