OPS Research Assistant​/Scientist in Reproductive Immunology

University of Florida
· Department of Infectious Disease and Immunology

Florida, United States

Apply by 31 Oct 2026

The University of Florida seeks an OPS Research Assistant/Scientist to conduct immunology and reproductive-biology experiments across mouse and human systems, including primary cells, organoids, flow cytometry and molecular assays. Applications close on 31 October 2026 at 11:55 PM Eastern Time.

This research position supports experimental work spanning immunology, reproductive biology and animal models. Responsibilities include designing and executing studies with mouse and human systems, working with primary cells and organoids, performing rodent surgeries and injections, managing colonies, and running flow cytometry, PCR, Western blot and electroporation protocols. The scientist will also contribute to data analysis, manuscript drafting and mentoring of junior lab members.

Experience with CRISPR/Cas9, reproductive immunology, ovarian or uterine tissue, cell culture and histology is useful for the programme.

reproductive immunology flow cytometry mouse models organoids CRISPR

Time Commitment Full-time

Reference Code 541310

Field Reproductive Immunology and Experimental Biology

Specialization Immunology and Microbiology

Organization Type University

Amount USD 25-30 / Per Hour

Funding Type Hourly Wage

Funding Status Paid

Period Per Hour

MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology or a related life-science field.

Flow cytometry, mouse handling and basic molecular techniques are required.

• Flow cytometry
• Mouse handling
• PCR
• Western blot
• Electroporation
• Primary cell culture
• Organoid work
• CRISPR/Cas9

• Experimental planning
• Data analysis
• Mentoring
• Scientific writing