Advanced Research Scientist

Performs a variety of experiments which require competency with standard and more advanced scientific techniques and equipment in disciplines such as molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, physiology, and pathology/microscopy. Individual must be confident in conducting in-vivo experiments in rodent models. Work also includes contribution to the design, execution, and troubleshooting of the experiments. The individual may act as a laboratory expert in certain specialized techniques and be expected to learn new techniques to meet experimental goals. Provides data or figures of publication quality for manuscripts or grants.  Analysis of results may rise to a greater level than Research Scientist.

Responsibilities:

Plans and conducts laboratory research protocols in physiology and other related biological science disciplines under the leadership of the PI/supervisor. Maintains logs and records of experiments and observations, findings, surgical procedures, and results for use in presentations, publications, and grant applications.

Animal colony maintenance - arranging breeding pairs and tracking pups, facilitating genotyping, managing cage numbers.

Assist other researchers in the laboratory with conducting experiments.

Contributes to research supply purchasing, financial management and general lab maintenance.

Assist in coordinating with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), Biosafety and Institutional Review Board (IRB) for animal/human research protocols, lab inspection, safety monitoring, and other compliance issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a natural, physical or medical science with 2 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master’s or Ph.D. in a natural, physical or medical science with 5 years of experience. Prior academic or industry experience in a laboratory setting. Handling and management of preclinical rodent models. Prior experience in a lab managerial role. Exceptional problem-solving skills. 

Working At Usf

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About Usf

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.