The Bafor Lab is seeking a Research Assistant/Scientist to support reproductive immunology studies including primary cell work and translational assays. This is a technically demanding role for a candidate ready to participate in multiple experiments, contribute to manuscripts, and grow with the lab.
Classification Title:
OPS Research Assistant/Scientist
Classification Minimum Requirements:
MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field
Flow cytometry experience
Mouse handling experience
Basic molecular technique experience
Job Description:
Design and execute experiments across mouse and human systems, including primary cell and organoid work
Perform and support rodent surgeries, injections, and colony management
Run and troubleshoot flow cytometry, PCR, Western blot, and electroporation protocols
Perform animal work, in accordance with IACUC compliance
Contribute to data analysis, and manuscript drafting
Mentor junior lab members as needed
Expected Salary:
$25.00 - $30.00 / hourly
Required Qualifications:
● MSc plus relevant research experience or PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, or a related life science field ● Flow cytometry experience ● Mouse handling experience ● Basic molecular technique experience
Preferred:
General reproductive biology experience
CRISPR/Cas9 experience
Electroporation experience
Reproductive immunology background, particularly ovarian or uterine tissue
Primary cell culture experience
Histology experience
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
Yes
Numbers & Facts
Location
Gainesville, FL
Salary
$25–$30 Per Hour
Skills
Assaysunmatched
Biologyunmatched
Cell Culturesunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Experiment Designunmatched
Histologyunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Immunologyunmatched
Injectionsunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Operations Researchunmatched
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)unmatched
Scientific Researchunmatched
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