Research Scientist

Research Scientist

The research scientist position will perform daily research activities which broadly include cell culture, work with preclinical models, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, molecular biology and to support laboratory operations, the scientist in this position will meet with the Principle Investigator (PI) on a regular basis to review research protocols (prepared by the PI) and will be expected to carry out experiments to completion.

• Experiments. Tasks may include techniques such as cell culture, tissue processing, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, bioluminescence and fluorescent imaging, RNA extraction, ELISA and other biochemical assays and preclinical tumor models
• Data Collection and Record Keeping. Provides the PI results of research outcomes with raw data, in image files, Microsoft Excel or Word files, PDF files, or other media. Raw data are expected to be well-organized for record keeping.
• Lab maintenance. Maintains up-to-date records of training certificates demonstrating compliance for all relevant oversight agencies governing research duties at USF (e.g. IACUC, IBC, EH&S).
• Assists the PI in General lab maintenance (maintaining incubators and microscope to assure working properly, maintain proper use of studylog computer and peripherals, assure lab supplies are at the appropriate level and not expired, assisting with lab inspectors, biohazard and regular trash disposal, repairs, etc.).

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Minimum QualificationThis position requires a Bachelor's degree in a natural, physical or medical science.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences, biomedical engineering, biology or a related discipline and experience in laboratory techniques mentioned above.

Senate Bill 1310
- The Florida Senate is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.SB 1310:
Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:(a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;(b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;(c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;(d)

Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or(e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree

Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment. Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.