We seek a detail-oriented Research Assistant or Research Associate to support animal studies, cell culture, flow cytometry, and day-to-day lab operations. This role is ideal for candidates who want strong technical training and authorship opportunities.
Responsibilities
Rodent colony support, genotyping, tissue processing, and sample logistics
Primary cell isolation, culture, viability and functional assays
Flow cytometry setup, staining, acquisition, and preliminary analysis
Inventory, ordering, and basic equipment maintenance
Compliance support, IACUC and biosafety documentation, data entry into shared trackers
Meticulous record-keeping in electronic lab notebooks
Required Qualifications
BS, MS or PhD in life sciences
At least two of the following: mouse handling, primary cell culture, or flow cytometry
Preferrred Qualifications
RNA extraction, qPCR, or library prep experience
Basic scripting in R or Python, or willingness to learn
Prior experience in immunology or reproductive biology
Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication
Training & Growth
Structured onboarding, SOPs, and competency checklists
Opportunities to present data, co-author manuscripts, and learn new methods
Appointment and Support
Start window: Fall 2025
Term: full time, renewable annually
Salary and benefits: per UF staff scale
Selection Process
Technical screening, on-site or virtual practical discussion, references
EEO and Inclusion
UF and IDI are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Single PDF to bafor.enitome@ufl.edu with subject: Bafor Lab Application – Research Assistant – Your Name
Include: cover letter, CV, statement of interest, and names of 2 referees