University of Florida Looking for Biological Scientist III–Brain Tumor Research, Department of Neurosurgery Full Time

Job No: 529531
Work
Type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Allied Health, Grant or Research
Administration
Department: 29190000 – MD-NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY

Job Description

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist III

Job Description:

Design and conduct in vivo and in vitro experiments and analyze/interpret
results in neuro-oncology glioma biology research. Analyze tissues using immunohistochemistry, fluorescent microscopy, and confocal
microscopy, including time-lapse experiments of subcellular phenomena. Analyze protein expression by western blot. Analyze epigenetic
changes by bisulfite sequencing PCR. Perform DNA/RNA extraction followed by PCR and other analyses. Assess results and modify techniques as
needed. Learn new techniques and adapt quickly, based on project developments.

Maintain a database of all research results. Retrieve
and manipulate computerized data to be used in publications and presentations. Obtain, analyze, and store digital images acquired during
immunohistochemistry, fluorescent microscopy, confocal microscopy. Maintain computer databases and a daily log of research
activities/results. Maintain tissue bank.

Design and conduct experiments, including laboratory animal experiments, and
analyze/interpret results. Animal experiments will include but not limited to intracranial injection of tumor cells (per IACUC protocol),
administering SQ, IV, IP, and IM injections, euthanizing animals by the injection of euthanasia solution, and extracting brain specimens for
further immunochemical analyses.

Coordinate and manage laboratory activities and workflow, including ordering supplies, maintaining
inventory, and maintaining compliance with EH&S. Train, direct and coordinate activities of undergraduate assistants, graduate students, and
other laboratory personnel. Ensure compliance with IACUC, EH&S, and radiation control.

Expected Salary:

$55,000-$65,000
Commensurate with experience

Minimum Requirements:

Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field with 2 years of
pertinent experience or a combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters or doctoral degree preferred
• Strong molecular and microscopy experience
• Experience in protein/DNA/RNA assays;
  mammalian tissue/cell culture techniques; molecular cloning; light and fluorescent microscopy with time-lapse; experience with epigenetic
  assays
• Experience in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures
• Experience with animal surgery and post-surgery
  care
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Excellent listening skills and
  organization skills; integrity and strong work ethic.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, please
complete an application and include:

• Cover Letter
• CV
• A representative sample of your scientific writing and a
  narrative of your scientific experience (NIH biosketch format)
• A list of 3-5 references, with their contact information

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:
Yes

Applications Close: 12 Dec 2023

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/529531/biological-scientist-iiibrain-tumor-research-department-of-
neurosurgery

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