Research Support Assistant (Finance)
Department: Internal Medicine/0-6123-000
Salary Plan: Temporary
Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.19 Hourly
The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Position Summary:
Performs entry-level research administrative support or technical assignments associated
with contract or grant funded sponsored projects.
Job description:
The University of South Florida, Morsani College of Internal Medicine is seeking a Lab Research Technician with strong expertise and experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting ongoing research projects by performing routine laboratory tasks, assisting with experiments and managing laboratory supplies and orders. Once hired, the Lab Research Technician will be required to obtain certifications in occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials, and possibly animal research protocols, specifically for work involving mice.
The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
DUTIES:
Generate data over a wide range of experiments and compile and analyze them using various relevant computer software applications. The experiments and data collection will be under the supervision of senior researchers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols. Perform routine techniques, including but limited to protein assays, Western blotting, immunostaining, tissue culture, transfection, RNA/DNA/protein isolation, plasmid construction, transformation, microscopy, flow cytometry and image analysis. Perform general laboratory duties, such as preparing chemical solutions, media, reagents, and buffers.
Manage laboratory supplies, including ordering reagents, consumables, equipment as needed to ensure uninterrupted workflow. Maintain detailed and organized laboratory records, including experimental and inventory logs to assist in the preparation of reports, presentations and manuscripts as needed.
Excellent communication skills are required.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and institutional guidelines, including waste disposal and handling of hazardous materials.
Ability to work both independently, to perform and troubleshoot experiments, and as part of a team to participate in the design of research studies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience. Higher education may substitute for the experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualification:
Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: Experience in a laboratory setting
Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education
Proficiency with basic laboratory equipment and software (i.e. Microsoft Office,
GraphPad Prism, ImageJ, etc)
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Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.
Job Opening Number: 38409
Posting Date: 12/13/2024
Posting End Date: 12/27/2024
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