Research Laboratory Technician - Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Miami seeks a Part-time Research Laboratory Technician to assist scientists with experiments and data management. The role involves maintaining lab equipment, managing supplies, and supporting writing and data reporting tasks.

Responsibilities include data entry, compliance with safety rules, and collaboration with researchers. The position supports flexible scheduling and contributes to ongoing projects in molecular biology research.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with diverse teams.
• Ability to interact across scientific disciplines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail in data recording and reporting.
• Ability to analyze and prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Willingness to work evenings, nights and weekends as needed.
• Adherence to university policies and safety guidelines.
• Capable of independent and collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Aids scientists in experiments and may perform some experiments.
• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains and operates lab equipment.
• Keeps records and analyzes data using software tools.
• Manages lab supplies inventory and orders.
• Assists with manuscript and grant writing support.
• Coordinates documentation and data entry across platforms.
• Ensures safety regulations and compliance in the lab.
• Performs shipments of laboratory reagents.
• Attends meetings, trainings and reporting sessions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Experience under deadlines

Confidential information handling

Evenings/nights/weekends availability

Commitment to values

Independent / collaborative work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Department ofMolecular and Cellular Pharmacology has an exciting opportunity for a part time Research Laboratory Technician. The Research Laboratory Technician aids scientists in their experiments by performing experiments and recording their findings. Often performs biological or chemical research. Moreover, the Research Laboratory Technician will assist the principle investigator in managing the laboratory and ensuring laboratory compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Core Job Functions:

• Cleans, sanitizes, maintains and operates lab equipment.

• Aids scientists with experiments and may perform some experiments or some parts of experiments.

• Keeps records, use computers and computerized equipment for research, and may assist with analysis of research data.

• Maintains lab supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies.

• Performs various editorial duties and works closely with research members to provide proofreading for manuscripts and grant proposals as well as writing support for lab protocols.

• Processes, organizes and summarizes data. Reports experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or power point applications or program platforms.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable safety regulations in conjunction with the lab and safety and regulatory offices.

• Coordinate and carry out shipments of laboratory reagents.

• Perform PCR genotyping for animals.

• Perform basic data analyses of cell and animal experiments.

• Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus as needed.

• Prepares and maintains culture media reagents.

• Orders laboratory supplies as needed.

• Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and training groups as requested.

• Records research procedures and results.

• Maintains records, codes data for input for electronic data processing inputs and retrieves data electronically.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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 Requirements

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Minimumone year experience. Laboratory experience in molecular and cellular biology, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to interact well across diverse scientific and professional disciplines.

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Applications.

• 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 coll

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.

Job Status

Part time

Employee Type

Temporary