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The Department of Physiology and Biophysics is currently seeking a full time Research Associate 1. The Research Associate 1 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.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
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
Candidate should be a graduate with a BA/BS degree. S/he must have basic knowledge in cellular neurobiology and ideally, experience with functional imaging at the cellular level (e.g., Fura2, GCaMP imaging). Also important is candidate's experience/competence in small animal (rodent) surgery and familiarity with upper-level data analysis (Excel, ImageJ, MatLab, GraphPad Prism, etc.). The project will involve preparing mice for and conducting in vivo confocal Ca imaging. The successful candidate will be expected (in collaboration with and training by Dr. Roper) to conduct exp'ts; maintain a laboratory notebook; and analyze data using ImageJ, MatLab, Excel, and related software. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute actively to group discussions at weekly lab meetings and be cognizant of responsible conduct in research.
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
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
Experience:
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.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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