Research Assistant I — Pulmonary Research Support

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami in Miami, Florida, invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine. The role supports investigators with research and experimentation under established protocols and handles clerical tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

Key duties include setting up equipment, preparing documents, coordinating participant schedules, and assisting with recruitment and IRB-related tasks. Strong attention to detail is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Willingness to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate scientific apparatus and perform minor repairs.
• Prepare correspondence, answer phones, and maintain logs.
• Maintain bibliographies and complete forms and applications.
• Order laboratory supplies and maintain culture media reagents.
• Review materials for publication and help prepare schedules.
• Recruit patients/subjects and screen for eligibility to studies.
• Assist in informed consent process and coordinate appointments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Discretion with confidential info

Time management

Independent or collaborative work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The University of Miami in Miami, Florida, invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant in the Department of Medicine. The role supports investigators with research and experimentation under established protocols and handles clerical tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

Key duties include setting up equipment, preparing documents, coordinating participant schedules, and assisting with recruitment and IRB-related tasks. Strong attention to detail is required.