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UAB

RESEARCHER ASSISTANT

Tampa, FL

$16.50/hr

Experience with confocal microscopy, immunofluorescence. * Punctual, transparent, works with integrity, dedicated, good communicator, organized, respectful. UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal ...

Myana

Postdoctoral Associate (Neurology)

Miami, FL · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Experience with Confocal microscopy. * Tissue processing (perfusion, tissue extraction/cryosectioning) and antibody staining. * Experience with MRI, Bioluminescence imaging, or other preclinical ...

UAB

RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Tampa, FL

Perform molecular and cellular analyses, including RNA and DNA isolation, cDNA preparation, gene cloning, quantitative PCR, immunoblotting, immunostaining, flow cytometry, ELISA, confocal microscopy ...

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A Confocal Microscopy job typically involves operating and maintaining confocal microscopes to capture high-resolution images of biological or material samples. Professionals in this role prepare specimens, adjust imaging parameters, and analyze data for research or diagnostic purposes. They often work in laboratories within academic institutions, healthcare facilities, or industrial settings, supporting scientific studies in areas such as cell biology, neuroscience, and materials science. Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of imaging software are essential for success in this field.

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RESEARCHER ASSISTANT

Tampa, FL

UAB
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$16.50/hr

Full-time

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Position Summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Department of Neurology's CNET division, seeks to hire a Researcher Assistant position for the laboratory of Dr. Laura Volpicelli-Daley. The position is expected to assist and contribute to ongoing research projects, primarily via basic mouse colony maintenance and experiment assistance.

General Responsibilities

  • As a Researcher Assistant, you will contribute to the daily operations of research projects under the close supervision of experienced researchers. This role involves performing standard research tasks, including sample processing, basic data analysis, and maintaining accurate records. Your support will be crucial in helping senior team members execute complex protocols and ensuring the smooth functioning of the lab. Depending on the research focus, this position may involve research collaborator contact, research animal contact, and/or specimens.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Hourly Range:   $16.50- $ 26.80

Qualifications

Associate's degree in a related field OR High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

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  • Experience with confocal microscopy, immunofluorescence.

  • Punctual, transparent, works with integrity, dedicated, good communicator, organized, respectful.


 

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