Biological Scientist II
Job no: 540868
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:33050000 - HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY
Classification Title:
Biological Scientist II
Classification Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience
Job Description:
Laboratory Experiments -
Coordinate and ensure efficient and successful completion of multiple concurrent research projects. This includes:
Rodent Surgery, Care and Handling
Laboratory Maintenance and Administration -
In cooperation with the laboratory manager to:
Expected Salary:
$55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.
Preferred:
One to two years of relevant research experience; prior experience with animal models including rodent handling with a preference for those trained in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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Job no: 540868
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Health Care Administration/Support
Department:33050000 - HP-PHYSICAL THERAPY
Classification Title:
Biological Scientist II
Classification Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience
Job Description:
Laboratory Experiments -
Coordinate and ensure efficient and successful completion of multiple concurrent research projects. This includes:
- Administer therapeutic interventions (e.g., treadmill exercise, gas exposures)
- Conduct data collection (e.g., whole body ventilation (plethysmography), in vivo EMG recordings, and acute electrophysiology experiments).
- Complete tissue processing (e.g., sectioning, immunohistochemistry, imaging quantification).
Rodent Surgery, Care and Handling
- Directly perform surgical procedures (e.g., EMG electrode implantation, spinal surgeries, intrapleural injections)
- Provide daily animal care and handling
Laboratory Maintenance and Administration -
In cooperation with the laboratory manager to:
- Review, update and implement IACUC, EH&S, and biosafety protocols
- Coordinate general laboratory care and maintenance including:
- Maintain animal, chemical, and supply inventories
- Prepare solutions and reagents for experiments
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and laboratory cleaning
- Oversee laboratory supply inventory and coordinate with Laboratory Manager to ensure efficient ordering and purchasing of necessary supplies to perform experiments
- Confirm receipt of orders, verify for accuracy, and submit backup documentation per departmental and institutional policies
- Organize and maintain files and records.
- Analyze data and prepare research updates and reports
- Attend weekly lab meetings
- Assist in training as many as 6 lab members consisting of undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral associates to maintain a high standard of quality within the lab
- Work closely with the principal investigator, graduate assistants, and postdoctoral associates to coordinate work within the lab and ensure successful completion of ongoing laboratory projects.
Expected Salary:
$55,000 - $65,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and three years of experience or Master's degree in biology or a related field with one year of relevant experience.
Preferred:
One to two years of relevant research experience; prior experience with animal models including rodent handling with a preference for those trained in surgical techniques, nerve/EMG recordings, or electrophysiological assessments.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Health Assessment Required:Yes
Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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