Biological Scientist I Research Laboratory Support

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Biological Scientist I Pediatric Neonatology
Job Description:	The University of Florida Diabetes Research team in Peds is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Biological Scientist I to support laboratory-based research and biobanking activities focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). The position contributes to research efforts aimed at understanding the mechanisms of autoimmune diabetes improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and supporting translational studies. This role includes performing laboratory experiments managing biological samples maintaining equipment and supplies and assisting with research documentation and compliance. The Biological Scientist I will work closely with faculty postdoctoral researchers and staff to ensure efficient and accurate execution of research protocols within the UF Diabetes Institute. Laboratory Research Support: Conduct molecular cellular and biochemical experiments in accordance with approved protocols. Assist with preparation handling and storage of biological specimens including human and animal samples. Maintain accurate experimental records and laboratory notebooks. Support ongoing projects through data collection analysis and documentation. Specimen Handling and Data Management: Process catalog and manage biospecimens for the Diabetes Institutes research biobank. Enter and maintain sample data in secure databases. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety biosafety and human subject research guidelines. Laboratory Maintenance and Compliance: Maintain laboratory organization inventory and equipment calibration. Assist in ordering and tracking supplies and reagents. Ensure compliance with UF Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements. Reporting and Documentation: Compile research data for project reports grant progress updates and publications. Participate in regular team meetings and communicate results to the supervisor and collaborators. Contribute to quality control standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory efficiency improvements.
Expected Salary:	$22.00 per hour
Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
Preferred Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in biological sciences biochemistry microbiology or a closelyrelated field. Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and safety practices. Experience in immunology molecular biology or diabetes-related research. Familiarity with biobanking flow cytometry ELISA PCR or tissue culture techniques. Experience maintaining laboratory records and following research protocols. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. This isa time limited position. This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeterans Preference Page for more specific information. Normal Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Nights & weekends as needed for on-going research. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes

Classification Title:Biological Scientist I Pediatric NeonatologyJob Description:The University of Florida Diabetes Research team in Peds is seeking a motivated anddetail-oriented Biological Scientist I to support laboratory-based research andbiobanking activities focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). T...

Classification Title:	Biological Scientist I Pediatric Neonatology
Job Description:	The University of Florida Diabetes Research team in Peds is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Biological Scientist I to support laboratory-based research and biobanking activities focused on type 1 diabetes (T1D). The position contributes to research efforts aimed at understanding the mechanisms of autoimmune diabetes improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches and supporting translational studies. This role includes performing laboratory experiments managing biological samples maintaining equipment and supplies and assisting with research documentation and compliance. The Biological Scientist I will work closely with faculty postdoctoral researchers and staff to ensure efficient and accurate execution of research protocols within the UF Diabetes Institute. Laboratory Research Support: Conduct molecular cellular and biochemical experiments in accordance with approved protocols. Assist with preparation handling and storage of biological specimens including human and animal samples. Maintain accurate experimental records and laboratory notebooks. Support ongoing projects through data collection analysis and documentation. Specimen Handling and Data Management: Process catalog and manage biospecimens for the Diabetes Institutes research biobank. Enter and maintain sample data in secure databases. Ensure compliance with laboratory safety biosafety and human subject research guidelines. Laboratory Maintenance and Compliance: Maintain laboratory organization inventory and equipment calibration. Assist in ordering and tracking supplies and reagents. Ensure compliance with UF Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements. Reporting and Documentation: Compile research data for project reports grant progress updates and publications. Participate in regular team meetings and communicate results to the supervisor and collaborators. Contribute to quality control standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory efficiency improvements.
Expected Salary:	$22.00 per hour
Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in biology or a closely related life science field.
Preferred Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in biological sciences biochemistry microbiology or a closelyrelated field. Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and safety practices. Experience in immunology molecular biology or diabetes-related research. Familiarity with biobanking flow cytometry ELISA PCR or tissue culture techniques. Experience maintaining laboratory records and following research protocols. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume. This isa time limited position. This position is eligible for veterans preference. If you are claiming veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeterans Preference Page for more specific information. Normal Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Nights & weekends as needed for on-going research. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes