Assistant Scientist

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The UHealth system at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Assistant Scientist in the Radiation Oncology Department in Miami.

SUMMARY

The Assistant Scientist, SOM will work under the supervision of Dr. Rai and senior members of her team to support her basic and translational cancer research in the area of redox biology. Moreover, the Assistant Scientist, SOM contributes to the scientific community by publishing research findings and promotes the University’s reputation as a leader in the field.

• Is able to develop and expand basic and applied cancer research activities in the lab in accordance with lab goals

• Has strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the capacity to provide intellectual drive to make progress on the lab’s scientific goals.

• Has strong written and verbal communication skills in English, and is able to write cohesive manuscript and grant proposal drafts

• Collaborates with other lab members to complete experiments and publish findings in refereed journals.

• Provides ready access to all experimental data for managing staff.

• Requests or acquires equipment and supplies for assigned project(s).

• Prepares data in accordance with best practices and lab expectations for submission to journals, granting agencies and foundations.

• 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:

Ph.D., M.D. or other doctoral level degree in Cancer biology or relevant field

Experience:

Minimum 3 year of active and direct experience in cancer research with reputable publications to support expertise in this area

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Must have a comprehensive background in cancer biology and be able to develop and expand on existing projects quasi-independently

Must be proficient in basic molecular and cell biology techniques

Must have some experience with animal models

Must have excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Must be skilled in writing proficiently

Must have strong organizing and analytical skills

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively in multidisciplinary teams

Ability to adapt quickly and multitask as relevant to the situation.

Must be willing to occasionally work on weekends and outside of traditional hours

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

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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 Florida's 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. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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