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On-Site

Coral Gables, FL

Full time

R100097726

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CORE JOB SUMMARYThe Research Associate 1, GAB supports research activities for the assigned division by conducting laboratory experiments on assigned research projects. Moreover, the incumbent operates with the goal of advancing his/her expertise through continued education, training, and research.CORE JOB FUNCTIONS1. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.2. Participates in the publication of significant results.3. Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.4. Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.5. Keeps abreast of current publications relative to methods, techniques, and developments within the area of research.6. Collects, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens or tissue cultures.7. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment.8. Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.9. Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.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 QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Bachelor’s degree in relevant field requiredExperience:No previous experience requiredCertification and Licensing:Refer to department description for applicable certification requirementsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

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