ResearchAssistant-Temporary,PT

**_Current Employees:_** If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click [here](https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this [tip sheet](https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER_eRecruiting_ApplyforaJob.pdf). The Department of Physiology & Biophysics has an exciting opportunity for a temporary Research Assistant, to work on-site in Miami, FL. **CORE JOB SUMMARY** The Research Assistant 1 contributes to research investigators by providing research and experimentation support while following established protocols. The Research Assistant 1 performs a clerical role to ensure the smooth operations of office facilities. **CORE JOB FUNCTIONS** 1\. Sets up and operates various scientific apparatus and makes minor repairs. 2\. Prepares correspondence and answers phones. 3\. Formulates and maintains bibliographies and completes applications and forms. 4\. Orders laboratory supplies and maintains culture media reagents. 5\. Reviews and edits various materials for publication and prepares publication schedules. 6\. Maintains appropriate logs, records, and study notebooks. 7\. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. _**This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.**_ **CORE QUALIFICATIONS** * High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license * Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required **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 us