Research Associate I — Lab Scientist (Wound Healing)

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Competitive salary

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Full-time Research Associate 1 in the SOM/UHealth Department of Dermatology, located in Miami, FL. This entry‑level role supports research activities by performing laboratory experiments and advancing expertise through continued education and training.

Responsibilities include following protocols, maintaining equipment, handling specimens, and conducting routine cell biology assays (PCR, immunohistochemistry, Western blot) while ensuring good research

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret research protocols and procedures.
• Participate in the publication of significant results.
• Maintain an overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensure all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
• Keep abreast of current publications related to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
• Collect, prepare, analyze, dissect, and evaluate specimens or tissue cultures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform a variety of routine cell biology assays, tests, and studies, including PCR, immunohistochemistry, and protein quantification by western blot.
• Conduct calculations, collect data, and perform statistical analysis of laboratory results.
• Maintain established mouse colonies and perform assays with small animal models of wound healing.
• Adhere to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

Skills

PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Western blot

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Tools

PCR instrument

Western blot system

Immunohistochemistry system

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Full-time Research Associate 1 in the SOM/UHealth Department of Dermatology, located in Miami, FL. This entry‑level role supports research activities by performing laboratory experiments and advancing expertise through continued education and training.

Responsibilities include following protocols, maintaining equipment, handling specimens, and conducting routine cell biology assays (PCR, immunohistochemistry, Western blot) while ensuring good research