Biological Scientist II

Job no: 540868
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:  - HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY

Biological Scientist II

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience

Laboratory Experiments -

Coordinate and ensure efficient and successful completion of multiple concurrent research projects. This includes:

• Administer therapeutic interventions (e.g., treadmill exercise, gas exposures)
• Conduct data collection (e.g., whole body ventilation (plethysmography), in vivo EMG recordings, and acute electrophysiology experiments).

Rodent Surgery, Care and Handling

• Directly perform surgical procedures (e.g., EMG electrode implantation, spinal surgeries, intrapleural injections)
• Provide daily animal care and handling

Laboratory Maintenance and Administration -

In cooperation with the laboratory manager to:

• Review, update and implement IACUC, EH&S, and biosafety protocols
• Coordinate general laboratory care and maintenance including:
  • Maintain animal, chemical, and supply inventories
  • Prepare solutions and reagents for experiments
  • Perform basic equipment maintenance and laboratory cleaning
  • Oversee laboratory supply inventory and coordinate with Laboratory Manager to ensure efficient ordering and purchasing of necessary supplies to perform experiments
  • Confirm receipt of orders, verify for accuracy, and submit backup documentation per departmental and institutional policies
  • Organize and maintain files and records.
• Analyze data and prepare research updates and reports
• Attend weekly lab meetings
• Assist in training as many as 6 lab members consisting of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral associates to maintain a high standard of quality within the lab
• Work closely with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates to coordinate work within the lab and ensure successful completion of ongoing laboratory projects.

$55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.

One to two years of relevant research experience; prior experience with animal models including rodent handling with a preference for those trained in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.

This is a time-limited position.

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Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.