Research Associate 2, SOM- Division of Infectious Diseases

Core Responsibilities

• Performs specialized and complex experiments/studies.
• Participates in the publication of significant research results.
• Advances expertise through education, training, and research.
• Writes extramural grants/proposals to gain support when appropriate.
• Collections, prepares, analyzes, dissects, and evaluates specimens and tissue cultures.
• Weighs and anesthetizes laboratory animals for experiments.
• Operates sensitive and highly complex laboratory equipment.
• Performs calculations to complete research test results.
• Performs photography and dark room processing.
• Participates in training sessions and workshops.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.

Department Specific Functions

• Work with ID Research Unit Principal Investigator and Project Directors on ongoing project needs active multisite & single site research studies to meet deliverable deadlines.
• Identify, screen, and recruit eligible participants according to inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Obtain informed consent and explain study procedures to participants in a clear and ethical manner.
• Schedule, prepare, and conduct participant study visits in alignment with study protocols.
• Administer questionnaires, conduct interviews, and collect clinical or behavioral data.
• Interface with laboratory staff to ensure timely processing and tracking of samples.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of all study visit forms, source documentation, and participant records.
• Maintain visit tracking logs and follow standardized operating procedures for visit documentation and quality control.
• Maintain study binders, visit schedules, and regulatory documents in compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements.
• Ensure participant confidentiality and data security according to IRB-approved procedures.
• Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and protocol reviews.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

• Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.

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