Pediatric Research Associate: Lab & Data Specialist

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics invites applications for a full-time Research Associate 1 in Miami, FL. The role supports laboratory-based research projects and contributes to data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; training and career development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• No prior experience required.
• Learning agility and adaptability to evolving priorities.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Experience collecting and organizing data.
• Commitment to tracking systems and documentation.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
• Participates in publication of significant results.
• Maintains overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensures research follows good practice.
• Keeps abreast of current publications in methods and developments.
• Collects, prepares, analyzes specimens or tissue cultures.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Performs routine assays, tests, and studies.
• Performs data calculations and statistical analyses of results.
• Adheres to university policies and safeguards assets.
• Transcribes and de-identifies information from planning meetings.
• Enters PCIT data into databases (e.g., SPSS, REDCap).
• Supports grant reports preparation.
• Assists with training workshops and coaching sessions.
• Provides professional contact with PCIT team, parents, and community personnel.
• Prepares assessment forms and materials.
• Participates in staff development.
• Other duties as assigned by PCIT Directors.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Data collection

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Office software

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics invites applications for a full-time Research Associate 1 in Miami, FL. The role supports laboratory-based research projects and contributes to data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; training and career development are emphasized.