Post Doctoral Associate (umiami)

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The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation is currently seeking a Post Doctoral Associate to work in Miami. The Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                          

Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.

Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.

Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.

Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.

Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.

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 QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                      JOB IS FROM: postdocjobs.siteVIEW

Education:

MD or Ph.D. in relevant field

Experience:

No prior experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• 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.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

• Responsible for sample and diagnostic data management for the Rehabilitation Medicine Laboratory

• Perform technical lab work requiring strong skills including ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay) and RT-PCR (Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction)

• Process specimens, perform molecular techniques associated with PCR, perform immunoassay (ELISA) and report diagnostic results to the veterinary team.

• Prepare, process, analyze and store samples according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Prepares, packages and ships specimens according to SOP and in timely manner as needed.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced molecular biology environment utilizing meticulous skills requiring a high level of precision.

• Use/operate bio-safety cabinets, incubators, centrifuges, washers, vortexers, analyzers and other supporting laboratory equipment.

• Perform PCR-based techniques such as extraction of DNA/RNA, prepare wet/dry Master Mix for PCR reactions, and analysis of run curves.

• Document sample results into spreadsheets and databases as required.

• Perform data entry and analysis and reports.

• Work with hazardous chemicals and biological materials (handling and disposal) using appropriate PPE.

• Perform and document quality control procedures to ensure instrumentation is functioning properly.

• Use established checklists (daily and weekly) for all equipment and perform routine maintenance.

• Monitor and report scientific progress to ensure that appropriate Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) procedures are followed.

• Configure, operate, and maintain specialized equipment.

• Works independently and manages multiple testing protocols routinely.

• Effectively manages projects and workload as assigned by management and the veterinary team.

• Complies with departmental SOPs and strictly adheres to biosecurity policies and procedures to ensure QA and QC requirements are met.

• Work with transgenic mice in the colony

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook

• Strong attention to detail and maintaining organized and accurate records.

• A willingness to learn new techniques and procedures and equipment

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and as an individual contributor.

• Ability to balance multiple requests and assignments

• Ability to work independently

• Knowledge of routine office practices and procedures along with data processing

• Proficiency in conducting and navigating literature searches (e.g., PubMed)

• Ability to access and utilize electronic communication systems (e.g., Zoom)

• Ability to enter and verify information with accuracy and at a reasonable rate of speed

• Excellent professional communication skills, both oral and written, with fluency in the English language

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.

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