Immunology Research Assistant: Flow Cytometry & Animal Work

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida is seeking an OPS Research Assistant/Scientist on a temp full-time basis at Main Campus in Gainesville, FL. The role focuses on immunology and related life sciences, requiring MSc or PhD and strong flow cytometry and mouse handling experience.

Responsibilities include designing experiments across mouse and human systems, assisting with surgeries, performing flow cytometry and molecular techniques, and contributing to data analysis and manuscript drafting.

Qualifications

• MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field.
• Flow cytometry experience.
• Mouse handling experience.
• Basic molecular technique experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments across mouse and human systems, including primary cell and organoid work.
• Perform and support rodent surgeries, injections, and colony management.
• Run and troubleshoot flow cytometry, PCR, Western blot, and electroporation protocols.
• Perform animal work, in accordance with IACUC compliance.
• Contribute to data analysis, and manuscript drafting.
• Mentor junior lab members as needed.

Skills

Flow cytometry experience

Mouse handling experience

Basic molecular technique experience

Education

MSc or PhD in immunology or related life science field

Tools

CRISPR/Cas9

Job description

University of Florida is seeking an OPS Research Assistant/Scientist on a temp full-time basis at Main Campus in Gainesville, FL. The role focuses on immunology and related life sciences, requiring MSc or PhD and strong flow cytometry and mouse handling experience.

Responsibilities include designing experiments across mouse and human systems, assisting with surgeries, performing flow cytometry and molecular techniques, and contributing to data analysis and manuscript drafting.