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Core Job Summary:
The Research Associate 1, SOM 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.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
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.
Department Specific Functions
Experience in molecular and cell biology techniques including isolation and purification RNA and DNA, cloning, qPCR, western blots, primary cells, cell lines and organ culture, immunohistochemistry, handling and processing human and animal tissue samples.
In addition, participate in research activities at the department level, including Grand Rounds, Research Day, Skin club and joint lab meetings.
Facilitates wound healing and wound infections research using ex vivo wound models, animal models of wound healing and chronic wound samples.
Performs RNA isolation/purification and analyses, primary human cell cultures, real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry, microbiology analyses and protein isolation.
Reviews medical charts and extracts relevant data. Obtains signed informed consent and disclosure agreements from patients.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
No prior experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
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.
Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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