University of South Florida
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Dept Number/Name: 0-6124-000 / Dept Of Ophthalmology
College Division: USF Health-College of Medicine
Salary Plan: Staff (Time-Limited)
Job Code/Title: 4715 / Research Technician
Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $32,000-$42,000
Position Number: 00056044
ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:
USF Health’s mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; and the USF Physician’s Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at http://health.usf.edu/index.html
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the research mission of the Department of Ophthalmology. Primary responsibilities include performing standard laboratory procedures including sterile technique, preparing slides using staining techniques and performing assays for protein, RNA and DNA. This position is grant funded.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs standard laboratory procedures such as maintaining cell cultures requiring sterile technique, preparing slides using staining techniques, and performing assays for protein, RNA, DNA, or other cellular components; Keeps accurate records of the conduct and outcome of laboratory analyses.
Cares for laboratory animals. Performs standardized experimental protocols. May prepare animals for surgery, and care for animals after surgery; Keeps records of the conduct and outcome of laboratory analyses. May enter data into a database. Prepares graphs, charts, and tables from experimental results for inclusion in presentations and publications.
Works with the principal investigator, lab manager and other members of the laboratory to assist them in successful completion of research projects. Assists the principal investigator in preparation of reports and/or publications as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM:
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of laboratory or research experience. College coursework in a natural or physical science may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.
PREFERRED:
Research experience in modern cell and molecular biology.
Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a Level I criminal background check.
Job Opening Number: 36410
Posting Date: 02/29/2024
Posting End Date: 03/10/2024
How to Claim Veteran’s Preference:
This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.
Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.
Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.
For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.
The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.
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About USF
The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
Working at USF
With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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