Research Associate - Per Diem - SOAR Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, Florida

Research Associate - Per Diem - SOAR Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, Florida

University of Miami – Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Research Associate 1 – SOAR Program

This position supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. The incumbent works to advance expertise through continued education, training, and research.

• 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.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Certification and Licensing
  :
  Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.
• Learning Agility
  :
  Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork
  :
  Ability to work collaboratively 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.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law.