Advanced Research Scientist

• Locations 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

The Advanced Research Scientist performs a variety of lab and/or field experiments that require competency with standard and advanced scientific techniques and equipment in disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology/microscopy.

This position is Grant‑Funded.

Performs a variety of lab and/or field experiments requiring competency with standard and advanced scientific techniques and equipment in disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology/microscopy.

Contributes to the design, execution, and troubleshooting of experiments, modifying methods based on familiarity with essential principles and acting semi‑autonomously.

Acts as a laboratory expert in specialized techniques such as physiologic, molecular, genomic, or microscopic methods, with analysis of results at a level greater than that of a Research Scientist.

Provides data or figures of publication quality for manuscripts or grants.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a natural, physical or medical science with 2 years of experience.
• Compliance with Senate Bill 1310:
  Work‑experience substitution for postsecondary education is limited as follows:
  • Two years of direct experience for an associate degree.
  • Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree.
  • Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree.
  • Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.
  Related work experience may not substitute for required licensure, certification, or registration.
• Minimum qualifications requiring a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process, and such requests should be made at least five (5) working days prior to the needed accommodation.

This job description does not constitute an employment contract.