OPS Research Assistant/Scientist

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

Job no: 541310
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 28100000 - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY

Classification Title

OPS Research Assistant/Scientist

• MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field
• Flow cytometry experience

Job Description

• 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

$25.00 - $30.00 / hourly

Required 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

Preferred

• CRISPR/Cas9 experience
• Reproductive immunology background, particularly ovarian or uterine tissue
• Primary cell culture experience

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.