OPS Research Assistant/Scientist

OPS Research Assistant/Scientist

Job no: 541310
Work type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department:28100000 - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY

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

Advertised: 11 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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