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University of Florida

Biological Scientist III

University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635

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Classification Title Biological Scientist III

Classification Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and seven years of experience

Master's degree in biology or a related field with five years of experience

Doctoral degree in biology or related field with two years of experience

Job Description

Develop novel computational approaches and analytical tools to sustain line‑specific breeding programs

Design and direct ELISA testing for Alpha‑1 Antitrypsin, overseeing technician performance, reviewing & interpreting results related to breeding protocols

Design and develop dose‑escalation studies involving live specimens, managing drug administration per IACUC protocols

Collect, dissect, examine, and interpret results of murine tissue and organ harvest

Develop, organize, and conduct flow analysis and data interpretation

Provide intellectual input on cloning strategies for generation of unique plasmids and adenovector viruses; isolate and maintain bacterial cultures

Develop and maintain IBC and IACUC protocol submissions, revisions, and amendments

Create organization strategy for sample inventory across multiple animal colonies; collaborate with UF Information Technology on database systems and web‑based tools; evaluate and test new software for statistical & computational modeling

Manage laboratory teams, monitor, and direct scientific efforts with murine colonies

Review laboratory team reports and proposals for accuracy and compliance with IACUC policies and regulations

Supervise other scientists, undergraduate students, and volunteers in the laboratory

Coordinate experiments involving live animals that undergo exposures, treatments, and procedures with other campus research groups

Monitor experiments with live animals and document weekly parameters: exposure/treatment delivery, animal weight, and well‑being

Interact and coordinate with off‑campus collaborators for sample shipments, online meetings, and in‑person visits

Prepare quarterly performance reports of scientists, students, and volunteers under direct supervision

Expected Salary $60,000 – $70,000 annually

Required Qualifications Same as Classification Minimum Requirements

Preferred 5–10 years bench experience in a research laboratory setting

Special Instructions To Applicants Upload cover letter and resume, and submit your application by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required Yes

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Higher Education

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