Assistant Scientist - Iavarone Lab

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** CORE JOB SUMMARY
** The Assistant Scientist, SOM carries out a particular research agenda in support of the University’s research goals and objectives. Moreover, the Assistant Scientist, SOM contributes to the scientific community by publishing research findings and promotes the University’s reputation as a leader in the field.
** CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
** 1. Contributes to basic and applied research activities and authors scientific publications, technical and  agency reports, and patent preparations.  
2. Collaborates with senior staff to publish findings in refereed journals.  
3. Creates and conducts experiments and analyzes results.  
4. Works with other researchers to use and develop end products.  
5. Writes extramural proposals with approval from appropriate senior staff.  
6. Provides ready access to all experimental data for managing staff.  
7. Requests or acquires equipment and supplies for assigned project(s).  8. Uses the Internet, surveys, legal documents, and other available sources to collect information.  
9. Applies for grants to continue research and prepares materials for submission to granting agencies and  foundations.  10. 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.
** CORE QUALIFICATIONS
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* Education:

Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree required

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
* Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
* Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
* Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.#
** DEPT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
** Keeps all laboratory equipment in good working order and makes minor repairs Oversees and collaborates in the development of study tools. Evaluates the availability of resources for research studies and the impact of studies on resources. Assist with the organization of complex laboratory experimental settings, collect, analyze, and interpret lab results. Keeps all laboratory equipment in good working order and makes minor repairs.

Evaluates the availability of resources for research studies and the impact of studies on resources. Develops, implements, and maintains standard operating procedures. Reviews laboratory results and enters results into database. Coordinates trainings of new personnel and monitors performance of procedures. Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.  Manage laboratory purchase of inventory, storage and supplies usage. Closely monitors all related purchasing and shipping problems Prepare reports setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations. Assist in the determination of fiscal requirements and in the preparation of budgetary recommendations

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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