Research Scientist (Finance)

The Dharap Lab at the Byrd Alzheimer's Center and Research Institute and Department of Molecular Medicine at the University of South Florida has 2 full-time Research Scientist positions available. The primary responsibility of the Research Scientist will be to conduct wet-lab research using in vitro and in vivo models of brain injury and neurodegeneration under the supervision of the lab head. The duties include conducting experiments independently, data analysis, contributing to writing manuscripts, and maintaining and managing inventory. Proficiency in mammalian cell culture, animal handling, tissue dissection, and basic molecular biology techniques such as RNA/DNA isolation, protein extraction, agarose gel electrophoresis, etc., is required. Experience with human cerebral organoids is highly desirable. Experience in advanced wet-lab techniques in biochemistry, cell biology, or molecular biology is a plus. The candidate is expected to be well-organized, work well in a group setting, and regularly maintain a lab notebook. Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail are critical for this role.Minimum Qualification Requirements

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a natural, physical or medical science.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of wet-lab research experience in an academic setting.
• Prior experience in neuroscience research, particularly in stroke or neurodegeneration.

FLSB1310 Equivalency:
4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.
6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.Working at USF
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

• Maintain mammalian cell cultures, manage animal inventory, perform tissue dissections, process samples, conduct basic and advanced molecular biology/biochemistry/cell biology experiments, analyze and present data, train students (80%).
• Materials ordering, inventory management, documentation, and records management (10%).
• Organization of the laboratory space and providing experimental support to other lab personnel. (10%)