Research Scientist

Position Summary: 

A time-limited full-time Research Scientist (Staff) position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Bong Sook Jhun at the Heart Institute, Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida (USF) Health.

The Jhun Lab is seeking a highly self-motivated individual for a Research Scientist (Staff) position to join her team of researchers studying the roles of mitochondrial fission/fusion and calcium dynamics in the healthy and diseased heart, using isolated cardiac mitochondria, primary cells, tissues, and in vivo animal models.

Responsibilities:

25% Generating rat models of cardiovascular diseases and performing BSL-1 and BSL-2 research using these animal models

20% Managing transgenic mouse colony, genotyping, and performing BSL-1 and BSL-2 research related to cardiovascular diseases

20% Working with lab staff on research projects involving molecular/cell biology techniques

20% Assisting with product ordering and lab organization, updating lab protocols, and ensuring regulatory inspection compliance

15% Attending weekly laboratory meetings and meeting with Principal Investigators to discuss progress and develop work plans. Practice safe work habits at all times, be knowledgeable about and adhere to university policies and procedures, and complete required training as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) .

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications: 

It is preferred that applicants have experience in molecular or cell biological methods and/or in vivo cardiovascular disease models

Additional qualifications include excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The salary will be determined based on years of experience and following USF guidelines.

Work experience equivalent to four years in biological sciences or a related field.