Research Scientist: Molecular Biology & Lab Leadership

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Florida is seeking a motivated individual to assist with bench-level experiments in molecular biology and cell/tissue culture at its Tampa campus. The role includes lab management, equipment maintenance, and training of lab members, with data collection and analysis for publications and grants.

Preferred candidates hold a bachelor’s in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related fields and have cell/tissue culture experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a natural, physical or medical science.
• Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, or closely related field preferred.
• Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform bench-level experiments (molecular biology and cell/tissue culture).
• Assist with lab management, equipment operation/maintenance, and training of lab members.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data for presentation and publication; maintain records.
• Prepare reports, tables, and figures and present findings for manuscripts and grant applications.
• Participate in lab meetings, grant writing, and manuscript preparation.
• Assist with other research-related tasks as needed.
• Collaborate effectively as a team.

Skills

Cell/tissue culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in natural, physical or medical science

Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, or closely related field

Job description

The University of South Florida is seeking a motivated individual to assist with bench-level experiments in molecular biology and cell/tissue culture at its Tampa campus. The role includes lab management, equipment maintenance, and training of lab members, with data collection and analysis for publications and grants.

Preferred candidates hold a bachelor’s in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related fields and have cell/tissue culture experience.