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The Diabetes Research Institute has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist SOM position. The incumbent supports the Universitys research goals and objectives by engaging in complex experiments and investigations in a range of areas depending on specialty and interests. Moreover an employee in this position contributes to the scientific community and promotes the Universitys reputation as a leader in the field.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversees research employees students and other relevant staff.
Authors scientific publications technical and agency reports and patent applications.
Assists in the development of training materials for research staff.
Plans experiments and records and analyzes findings.
Prepares research proposals and funding applications.
Ensures that all activities are in compliance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
Maintains current knowledge of relevant scientific and technical developments.
Presents ongoing work and findings to colleagues at academic conferences.
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
Ph.D. M.D. or other doctoral level degree in relevant field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
Isolation of islets and other cells from human and nonhuman primate tissues Preparation of islets and other cells for transplant/infusion Molecular and cellular techniques for Immunologic and imaging assessments of human and nonhuman primate blood and tissues Data compilation and statistical analysis
Department Specific Qualifications
Ph.D. M.D. or other doctoral level degree in relevant field
Experience:
Lab Based
Islet isolation and analysis (cell type function viability) and preparation for transplantation any species but human and/or nonhuman primate ideal
Isolation and analysis of cells from hematopoietic and other tissues any species but human and/or nonhuman primate ideal
Molecular and cellular immunologic and tissue imaging techniques
Flow cytometry
In vitro assessments of islet function
In vitro assessments of immune cells in the allo and xeno transplant setting
Data compilation into graphs and preparation of slides figures for grants and publications
Ability to compile different types of data and interpret at the assay and bigger picture level
Statistical analysis of data
Writing animal care and use protocols
Laboratory regulatory requirements
Assistance in grant and manuscript preparation
Management
Coordination of 1-6 laboratory staff
Representation of lab within DRI and for interactions with key internal and external partners
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
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Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
A14Employment Type
Full-Time
