Research Coordinator II
- The University of Florida
- United States, FL
- Jun 27, 2026
Job Description:
| Classification Title: |
Research Coordinator II |
|---|---|
| Classification Minimum Requirements: |
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Job Description: |
Research Project Compliance and Coordination Works with PIs and laboratory personnel to efficiently generate and submit protocols and protocol amendments to IACUC, IRB, and EH&S to support research project completion. Liaise with staff and faculty (veterinarians) in those offices to promote efficiency of process to ensure smooth and timely protocol review. Responsible for understanding and compliance with all required laboratory regulations such as ACS, EH&S, IACUC, UF, State and Federal guidelines, maintains accurate records and legal documentation required by institutional policies such as biological, chemical, and radiation safety policies. Supports submission and compliance of licenses/registrations for substance and materials needed to engage in biomedical research with specific substances/materials.
Manage ordering processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of grant funding; maintain lab supply inventory to ensure supplies are available for scheduled research projects; researches and evaluates new products, compares and negotiates vendor prices. Orders reagents and materials to support lab operations. Follows-through with procedures required of the University to document and reconcile those transactions, including within myUFMarket and UFGo. Works within the guidelines of the Travel office to book travel for laboratory personnel and generate travel authorizations as needed. Laboratory operations support and record keeping Supports the direction of lab staff to aid in experiments to develop and validate new gene therapies to treat diseases of the muscle; trains lab staff in related methods; provides consultation, guidance; provides proper instruction on lab equipment use and maintenance; provides oversight to ensure accurate and thorough record keeping; aids the PI in the organization of data; prepares reports and graphs as requested by the PI. Animal Care Oversight and Colony Management Assists in maintaining mouse colony and efficient management of mouse strains, including possibly genotyping of mouse lines. Responsible for performance and oversight of pre- and post-operative animal care as needed, including possibly rodent surgical procedures. Coordinates animal care between the lab and institutional animal care staff as needed. Other duties as assigned. |
| Expected Salary: |
$52,000 - $60,000 annually |
| Required Qualifications: |
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Preferred: |
SKILLS & ABILITIES - Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments KNOWLEDGE -Working knowledge of biology, including gene therapeutics, adeno associated viruses (AAV), muscle, immunohistochemistry, PCR. -Working knowledge of laboratory equipment purpose and use, including microscopes, centrifuges, and PCR machines. |
| 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. -Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM This is a time-limited position |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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Job Description:
| Classification Title: |
Research Coordinator II |
|---|---|
| Classification Minimum Requirements: |
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Job Description: |
Research Project Compliance and Coordination Works with PIs and laboratory personnel to efficiently generate and submit protocols and protocol amendments to IACUC, IRB, and EH&S to support research project completion. Liaise with staff and faculty (veterinarians) in those offices to promote efficiency of process to ensure smooth and timely protocol review. Responsible for understanding and compliance with all required laboratory regulations such as ACS, EH&S, IACUC, UF, State and Federal guidelines, maintains accurate records and legal documentation required by institutional policies such as biological, chemical, and radiation safety policies. Supports submission and compliance of licenses/registrations for substance and materials needed to engage in biomedical research with specific substances/materials.
Manage ordering processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of grant funding; maintain lab supply inventory to ensure supplies are available for scheduled research projects; researches and evaluates new products, compares and negotiates vendor prices. Orders reagents and materials to support lab operations. Follows-through with procedures required of the University to document and reconcile those transactions, including within myUFMarket and UFGo. Works within the guidelines of the Travel office to book travel for laboratory personnel and generate travel authorizations as needed. Laboratory operations support and record keeping Supports the direction of lab staff to aid in experiments to develop and validate new gene therapies to treat diseases of the muscle; trains lab staff in related methods; provides consultation, guidance; provides proper instruction on lab equipment use and maintenance; provides oversight to ensure accurate and thorough record keeping; aids the PI in the organization of data; prepares reports and graphs as requested by the PI. Animal Care Oversight and Colony Management Assists in maintaining mouse colony and efficient management of mouse strains, including possibly genotyping of mouse lines. Responsible for performance and oversight of pre- and post-operative animal care as needed, including possibly rodent surgical procedures. Coordinates animal care between the lab and institutional animal care staff as needed. Other duties as assigned. |
| Expected Salary: |
$52,000 - $60,000 annually |
| Required Qualifications: |
Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Preferred: |
SKILLS & ABILITIES - Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments KNOWLEDGE -Working knowledge of biology, including gene therapeutics, adeno associated viruses (AAV), muscle, immunohistochemistry, PCR. -Working knowledge of laboratory equipment purpose and use, including microscopes, centrifuges, and PCR machines. |
| 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. -Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM This is a time-limited position |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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