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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Summer Research Assistant Intern (Temporary) to work at the UHealth campus in Miami Fl.

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Research Assistant Intern provides support in the performance of research related tasks for the assigned department(s) including data compilation manipulation and presentation. Additionally the Research Assistant Intern leverages knowledge to perform complex duties involved in conducting physical chemical biological and other research laboratory tests experiments and determinations.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Performs literature research.
2. Compiles reference and statistical data into standard formats.
3. Analyzes and presents data and information in written oral or graphical forms.
4. Documents experiment results and draws tentative conclusions.
5. Prepares and conducts literature reviews on proposed topics.
6. Maintains accurate records of research protocols documentation.
7. Participates in the preparation of research papers and abstracts.
8. Coordinates database management.
9. Performs special projects and assignments in a timely fashion.
10. 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
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience certification or license

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures technologies and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software technology and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Department Specifics:

Laboratory & Technical Operations

Experiment Execution: Conduct hands-on research such asmammalian cell cultureimmunostaining flow cytometry or PCR under the supervision of a faculty mentor or PhD student.

Sample Preparation: Manage and prepare biological samples includingprocessing research specimensor prepping samples for imaging and genomic sequencing.

Protocol Management: Follow strictstandard operating procedures (SOPs)and maintain detailed records in a lab notebook to ensure experimental reproducibility.

Data Analysis & Literature Review

• Data Management: Collect organize andclean large datasetsusing tools like Excel R or specialized bioinformatics software.

• Literature Review: Performcomprehensive searches of scientific journalsto stay current on oncology developments and identify gaps for new projects.

Communication & Professional Growth

• Presentation of Findings: Prepare and deliver afinal poster or oral presentationat an end of summer symposium summarizing your project results.

• Scientific Writing: Contribute to thedrafting of abstracts manuscripts or grant proposalsalongside senior researchers.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Eligibility Requirements: Enrolled in an associate or bachelors degree program in a STEM related field. Strong interest in PhD MD-PhD or physician scientist MD careers in biomedical sciences.

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 Floridas 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. Were the challenge youve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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