Research Associate - Temporary (Psychology)

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences, invites applications for a temporary part-time Research Associate 1 in Coral Gables, FL.

The role supports protocol interpretation, data collection, analysis, and preparation of findings for publication, with emphasis on accuracy and collaborative teamwork in a university research setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new procedures and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• 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 and developments.
• Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissections, 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.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences, has an exciting opportunity for a temporary part time Research Associate 1 to work in Coral Gables, FL.

Core responsibilities:

• 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.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• No previous experience required
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation's premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.

With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent