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Biological Scientist I-Vascular Surgery

Inside Higher Ed
Gainesville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026
Job No: 539916

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Biology/Life Science

Department: 29141900 - MD-SURGERY-VASCULAR

Job Description

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related life science field.

Job Description:

The Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery, is seeking qualified applicants for a Biological Scientist I to work in the Jiang laboratory. This position will collect, organize, and analyze the experimental data as part of approved clinical trials. This scientist must have strong personal skills, be able to interact with a large number of faculty, clinical and research staff, and college and hospital administration. Animal contact will be required.

Job Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To:

  • Designs and performs cellular and molecular experiments including PCR, real time PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and immunohistochemistry assay/imaging.
  • Incorporate new procedures most appropriate for research goals.
  • Performs tissue processing, sectioning, histochemical staining, and morphological analysis.
  • Oversees execution of laboratory experiments, and assists in reviewing, approving, and/or interpreting results for students.
  • Assist with animal experiments including colony management, pre- and post-surgery animal care, drug administration (oral gavage and intraperitoneal injection), minor surgical procedures, ultrasound imaging, and tissue/blood collection.
  • Consult with researchers and other professionals to analyze problems, determine strategies, or recommend solutions.
  • Performs data organization and analysis, prepares Figures/Tables, and presents the results to the group for discussion.
  • May assist in preparing abstracts and manuscripts for publication.
  • Responsible for laboratory organization and management, including, but not limited to, routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, testing of new supplies, tools, and software.

Expected Salary:

$22.50-$26.25 per hour.

Required Qualifications:

The successful applicant is expected to have hands-on experience in qRT-PCR, cell culture, and western blotting assays.

Preferred:

  • Degree in biology or biomedical sciences is preferred; advanced degree (Ph.D.) is preferred.
  • Experience in flow cytometry and/or animal handling is a plus.

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

Applications Close: 25 May 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/539916

Our Commitment:

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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