Biological Scientist II

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida on Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) seeks a Biological Scientist II to coordinate multiple research projects, perform rodent surgeries, and manage laboratory operations. The role involves data collection, training lab members, and ensuring compliance with protocols.

Minimum qualifications include a biology degree with experience or a Master’s with relevant experience; preference for animal model experience and neurophysiology skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field with 3 years of experience, or Master's with 1 year of experience.
• Experience with animal models and rodent handling preferred.
• Ability to conduct data collection and analysis in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and ensure completion of multiple concurrent research projects.
• Administer therapeutic interventions (e.g., treadmill exercise, gas exposures).
• Conduct data collection (plethysmography, EMG, electrophysiology).
• Perform rodent surgery and provide daily care and handling.
• Review biosafety protocols and maintain lab inventories and records.
• Analyze data, prepare updates, and attend lab meetings.
• Train up to 6 lab members and coordinate with the PI and staff.

Skills

Rodent handling

Surgical techniques

EMG recordings

Electrophysiology

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Master's degree in biology

Job description

Job no: 540868
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support
Department: 33050000 - HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience

Job Description:

Laboratory Experiments -

Coordinate and ensure efficient and successful completion of multiple concurrent research projects. This includes:

• Administer therapeutic interventions (e.g., treadmill exercise, gas exposures)
• Conduct data collection (e.g., whole body ventilation (plethysmography), in vivo EMG recordings, and acute electrophysiology experiments).

Rodent Surgery, Care and Handling

• Directly perform surgical procedures (e.g., EMG electrode implantation, spinal surgeries, intrapleural injections)
• Provide daily animal care and handling

Laboratory Maintenance and Administration -

In cooperation with the laboratory manager to:

• Review, update and implement IACUC, EH&S, and biosafety protocols
• Coordinate general laboratory care and maintenance including:
  • Maintain animal, chemical, and supply inventories
  • Prepare solutions and reagents for experiments
  • Perform basic equipment maintenance and laboratory cleaning
  • Oversee laboratory supply inventory and coordinate with Laboratory Manager to ensure efficient ordering and purchasing of necessary supplies to perform experiments
  • Confirm receipt of orders, verify for accuracy, and submit backup documentation per departmental and institutional policies
  • Organize and maintain files and records.
• Analyze data and prepare research updates and reports
• Attend weekly lab meetings
• Assist in training as many as 6 lab members consisting of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral associates to maintain a high standard of quality within the lab
• Work closely with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates to coordinate work within the lab and ensure successful completion of ongoing laboratory projects.

$55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.

Preferred:

One to two years of relevant research experience; prior experience with animal models including rodent handling with a preference for those trained in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes

Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.