University of Miami
Research Assistant 2
Miami, FL, USA · Staff+ · Contract
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About the role
- Assists with assessing the feasibility of implementing innovations.
- Assists in the preparation of scientific papers, reports, and manuscripts.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements research experiments, according to research protocols, to assure high-quality scientific results in support of applicable project goals.
- The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (DPLM) is currently seeking a Research assistant 2 who will support the Digital Scanning Center, a newly initiated center under the leadership of Dr.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
- 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.
- Quality Control: A quality control check is performed to ensure that the digitized slides meet the required standards.
- High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license
Nice to have
- Prior experience with general lab work or histology is preferred.
Skills
- Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Department Specific Functions
- The Research Assistant 2 is expected to follow the process of digitizing pathology slides, which includes several key steps:
- The glass slides containing tissue samples are carefully prepared and cleaned to ensure they are free of dust and debris.
- This step is crucial for obtaining clear and accurate digital images.
- The prepared slides are placed into a high-resolution scanner.
- Highly organized individual is needed.
- Communication skills are important
Company info
- As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
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