Biological Scientist II

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist II

Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor''''s degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master''''s degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience Job Description:

Laboratory Experiments -

Coordinate and ensure efficient and successful completion of multiple concurrent research projects. This includes:

• Administer therapeutic interventions (e.g., treadmill exercise, gas exposures)
• Conduct data collection (e.g., whole body ventilation (plethysmography), in vivo EMG recordings, and acute electrophysiology experiments).
• Complete tissue processing (e.g., sectioning, immunohistochemistry, imaging quantification).

Rodent Surgery, Care and Handling

• Directly perform surgical procedures (e.g., EMG electrode implantation, spinal surgeries, intrapleural injections)
• Provide daily animal care and handling

Laboratory Maintenance and Administration -

In cooperation with the laboratory manager to:

• Review, update and implement IACUC, EH&S, and biosafety protocols

• Coordinate general laboratory care and maintenance including:

• Maintain animal, chemical, and supply inventories

• Prepare solutions and reagents for experiments

• Perform basic equipment maintenance and laboratory cleaning

• Oversee laboratory supply inventory and coordinate with Laboratory Manager to ensure efficient ordering and purchasing of necessary supplies to perform experiments

• Confirm receipt of orders, verify for accuracy, and submit backup documentation per departmental and institutional policies

• Organize and maintain files and records.

• Analyze data and prepare research updates and reports

• Attend weekly lab meetings

• Assist in training as many as 6 lab members consisting of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral associates to maintain a high standard of quality within the lab

• Work closely with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates to coordinate work within the lab and ensure successful completion of ongoing laboratory projects.

Expected Salary:

$55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor''''s degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master''''s degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience. Preferred:

One to two years of relevant research experience; prior experience with animal models including rodent handling with a preference for those trained in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references.

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

This is a time-limited position.

If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida''''s Sunshine Law.

Health Assessment Required: Yes