Research Associate 1, SOM

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate to support research activities in Miami, FL. The role conducts laboratory experiments, analyzes data, and contributes to publications under supervision.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and is prepared to work evenings or weekends as needed, with a commitment to research integrity and collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field is required.
• No prior experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in experiments.
• Ability to analyze data and prioritize tasks under deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Willingness to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory experiments on assigned research projects.
• Prepare, analyze, and evaluate specimens or tissue cultures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine assays.
• Collect data and perform basic statistical analyses.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and safety guidelines.
• Contribute to research seminars and communicate updates to leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

## Research Associate 1, SOMApply: Hybrid: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R100101843**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate to work in Miami, FL. The Research Associate 1 supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research. Core Job Functions: * Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.* Participates in the publication of significant results.* Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.* Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.* Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.* Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.* Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.* Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.* Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. **Department Specific Functions*** Represent the department at community engagement events.* Facilitate the enrollment of participants in research studies.* Maintain and manage research data.* Monitor and facilitate compliance to ensure all participants fulfill study requirements.* Deliver timely project updates to leadership, faculty, and Community Steering Committee members, as necessary.* Actively contribute to the research vertical by organizing research seminars, participating in pertinent meetings, and completing additional tasks delegated by the research vertical faculty lead or supervisor. ***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*** **Core Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field* No prior experience required* Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.* Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.* Commitment to the University’s core values.* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.