Research Laboratory Technician - Part-Time Temp

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The Department of Microbiology & Immunology has an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Research Laboratory Technician to work part-time on site in Miami.

CORE JOB SUMMARY The Research Laboratory Technician aids scientists in their experiments by monitoring and recording their findings. Moreover, the Research Laboratory Technician ensures laboratory compliance with applicable safety regulations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Cleans, sanitizes, maintains, and operates laboratory equipment. 2. Keeps records of research data and assists in analyzing it. 3. Maintains inventory of laboratory equipment and supplies and places orders in a timely fashion. 4. Proofreads and assists in the writing of manuscripts, grant proposals, and lab protocols. 5. Prepares reports of experiment results. 6. Performs research by completing simple experiments or steps in more complicated studies. 7. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant 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.

Department Specific Functions We are looking for a research laboratory technician to assist with cell biology experiments (cell culture flow cytometry), and basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA and RNA purification and quantification. Part of the daily activities also include handling of mice, and performing in vivo mouse experiments as outlined in our IACUC protocols.

Department Specific Qualifications Education: Bachelors of Science or relevant

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: • Basic molecular biology skills The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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

Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary

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