Job No: 541310
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care
Department: 28100000 - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY
Job Description
Classification Title:
OPS Research Assistant/Scientist
Classification Minimum Requirements:
- MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field
- Flow cytometry experience
- Mouse handling experience
- Basic molecular technique experience
Job Description:
- Design and execute experiments across mouse and human systems, including primary cell and organoid work
- Perform and support rodent surgeries, injections, and colony management
- Run and troubleshoot flow cytometry, PCR, Western blot, and electroporation protocols
- Perform animal work, in accordance with IACUC compliance
- Contribute to data analysis, and manuscript drafting
- Mentor junior lab members as needed
Expected Salary:
$25.00 - $30.00 / hourly
Required Qualifications:
- MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field
- Flow cytometry experience
- Mouse handling experience
- Basic molecular technique experience
Preferred:
- General reproductive biology experience
- CRISPR/Cas9 experience
- Electroporation experience
- Reproductive immunology background, particularly ovarian or uterine tissue
- Primary cell culture experience
- Histology experience
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
Applications Close: 31 October 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/541310
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.