Research Associate , SOM

Research Associate 1, SOM — University of Miami

Join the University of Miami’s Pathology Department as a Research Associate 1 in the School of Medicine (SOM), supporting research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. The incumbent will advance his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
• Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.
• Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
• Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Core Qualifications

Education
:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

Experience
:
No prior experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• 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 collaborative environment.

The Research Associate 1 will report to Dr. David Lombard, Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Dr. Lombard’s group studies relationships between cancer, aging, and metabolism.

Duties include:

• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, including sample logs and analytical reports.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and quality assurance standards.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers to support experimental design and data interpretation.
• Assist in method development and validation for new assays.
• As needed, work with others in the lab on non‑MS‑related projects, particularly to help complete projects for publication.
• Present results at weekly group meetings.
• Participate in lab maintenance tasks.

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

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