Research Assistant 1

Core Job Functions

• Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs.
• Prepares correspondence and answers phones.
• Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms.
• Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents.
• Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules.
• Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks.
• Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Provides protocol‑based support for dermatology research under the direction of Prof. Lars E. French, including literature reviews, bibliographies, regulatory/IRB materials, study forms, and maintenance of research records.
• Supports preparation and editing of manuscripts, abstracts, educational materials, and the U.S.–guideline adaptation of the handbook Application of Immunomodulatory Systemic Therapies in Daily Dermatological Practice.
• Assists with approved dermatologic research specimen collection, labeling, transport, and documentation at authorized UM clinic locations.
• Supports research involving collection and analysis of dermatologic specimens, following approved protocols, biosafety procedures, and faculty supervision.
• Maintains study logs, source documentation, regulatory files, and supply inventories; protects confidential information and complies with HIPAA, human‑subjects, University, and departmental requirements.
• Assists with scientific correspondence and identification of appropriate external contacts or potential funding opportunities for approved academic projects, without authority to make commitments on behalf of the University.
• Participates in departmental research meetings, seminars, and educational activities and collaborates with investigators, clinical staff, and research personnel.
• Shadows Prof. French in clinic two half‑days per week. Any EPIC documentation, medical‑scribe support, patient interaction, or specimen activity is performed only when authorized, trained, and directly supervised; the position does not include independent diagnosis, treatment, prescribing, or clinical practice.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Job Status: Full‑time | Employee Type: Staff