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The department of Medicine, division of Infectious Diseases has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Post Doctoral Associate to work on the UHealth campus. The Post Doctoral Associate 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. The Post Doctoral Associate will perform a variety of technical duties involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological and other research laboratory tests and experiments to obtain data for research purposes. This individual will conduct laboratory methods utilizing the latest methodologies in molecular and cell biology in support of sponsored research; review scientific journals, abstracts and other literature for information applicable to research experiments; and independently analyze data and publish on findings. The candidate is also expected to assist and contribute actively to the development and testing of new methodologies and technologies—including the design and execution of experiments and the independent evaluation of new equipment, reagents, and other collateral materials to make recommendations based on expertise and experimental results.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures. The Post Doctoral Associate will work under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Conduct laboratory methods utilizing the latest methodologies in molecular and cell biology in support of sponsored research, review scientific journals, abstracts, and other literature for information applicable to research experiments. Aid in developing new methodology or expand existing ones. Independently analyze data and publish on findings. 
• Set up instruments, materials and apparatus and operate laboratory equipment required for specific tests. 
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice. Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs). Assist in writing and designing experimental procedures as required.
• Executes a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies involved in conducting physical, chemical, biological, and other research laboratory tests and experiments to obtain data for research purposes. Calculates research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings. 
• Assemble annual and monthly reports and presentations. Communicate with the PI regarding experimental data,aboratory, or other work-related issues.
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
• 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 laboratory equipment.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

• MD or Ph.D. in relevant field required
• 1 year of relevant experience preffered 

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Work-related knowledge in tissue culture, molecular biology and genetics laboratory test techniques such as PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, cloning of cDNA sequences, amplification of DNA sequences by PCR, protein expression techniques, protein purification, plasmid analyses by restriction digest, protein gel electrophoresis, DNA gel electrophoresis, Northern blotting, Western blotting, Southern Blotting, siRNA/DNA transfections, are preferred. 
• Work related knowledge in Direct PCR, Phusion, and Tropism Assays, HIV virus production, and envelope cloning for HIV. 
• Collaborate with other employees, good organizational skills, and excellent computer skills required. 
• Excellent English language skills (both verbal and written) required. 

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

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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