Research Associate 2

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Research Associate 2 (Petrucelli's Lab) to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.

• →Perform specialized experiments involving Western Blot, immunofluorescence, CRISPR‑Cas9–based gene editing, and bacterial transformation workflows as required by project objectives.
• →Culture and maintain mammalian cell lines, perform transient transfections, and assist in the development of stable cell lines for functional studies.
• →Support in vitro modeling studies investigating protein localization, mutation impact, molecular interactions, or genetic pathways relevant to laboratory research aims.
• →Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate measurements, reproducibility, and adherence to standardized protocols.

• Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental results using scientific software such as PyMOL, GraphPad, CellProfiler, ImageJ, SnapGene, or similar analysis tools.
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records to support research reproducibility, quality assurance, and progression toward publication.
• Assist with drafting figures, descriptions of methods, and data summaries for manuscripts, presentations, and internal reports.
• Participate in grant‑related data preparation or project documentation, as appropriate to the team’s research needs.

• Support laboratory operations through inventory management, reagent preparation, equipment monitoring, and general organizational tasks.
• Adhere to laboratory safety, biohazard handling, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Participate in lab meetings, training sessions, and collaborative activities to advance team‑based research.
• Provide guidance to students or junior members on basic laboratory methods, contributing to a supportive and high‑performance environment.

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Not Applicable

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.