Research Associate 1, SOM

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for a full time Research Associate to work in Miami, FL.  

The Research Associate 1 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 Functions:                                                                                                   

• Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
• Participates in the publication of significant results.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
• 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 and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Performs a variety of routine assays, tests, and studies.
• Performs calculations to complete research test results, collects data, and performs statistical analysis of laboratory results.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

• Represent the department at community engagement events.
• Facilitate the enrollment of participants in research studies.
• Maintain and manage research data.
• Monitor and facilitate compliance to ensure all participants fulfill study requirements.
• Deliver timely project updates to leadership, faculty, and Community Steering Committee members, as necessary.
• Actively contribute to the research vertical by organizing research seminars, participating in pertinent meetings, and completing additional tasks delegated by the research vertical faculty lead or supervisor.

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.

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• No prior experience required
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.