Professional Research Assistant, OPS (Biomedical Sciences, Medicine)
Florida State University

Job Info

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Job Title: Professional Research Assistant, OPS (Biomedical Sciences, Medicine)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 55874
Department

Department of Biomedical Sciences - Medicine

Responsibilities

Full-time role responsible for performing independent laboratory research, to include designing and performing biological and/or biochemical assays on the bench; operating laboratory instruments; and taking detailed notes of experimental procedures and phenomena, analyzing experimental data, and writing research reports. Analyzes existing methodologies, and develops new protocols. Evaluates and prepares statistical analysis of data accumulated in ongoing research. Collects, synthesizes, studies, reports, and produces results based on data derived from measurements or observations.

Attend departmental seminars and conduct scientific literature review to stay current with new technologies, methods, and research findings.

Assist the PI to train new personnel and support undergraduate and graduate students in their experiments. Collaborate on research projects with other members of the lab.

Qualifications

Master of Science degree in molecular biology or biochemistry and one year of prior research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology or Biochemistry and three years of prior research experience; or a Master of Science in Biology or Biochemistry and one year of prior research experience. (Higher education may substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)

• Candidates should know how to operate biochemistry and biology instruments, analyze experimental data, and write experimental reports.
• Experience performing wet lab research.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or comparable software.

Contact Info

Angela Li: angela.li@med.fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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