Assistant Scientist – Population Sciences

About the role

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC is seeking a full‑time Assistant Scientist to support its Population Sciences research agenda. The role involves conducting experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to the university’s scientific output.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct basic and applied research, design experiments, and analyze results.
• Author scientific publications, technical reports, and patent applications.
• Collaborate with senior staff to publish findings in refereed journals.
• Write and submit extramural grant proposals and manage related documentation.
• Acquire equipment and supplies needed for assigned projects.
• Maintain and provide ready access to all experimental data for the research team.
• Support regulatory and personnel oversight of research operations.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant research experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in critical decisions.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to high‑impact research and publications.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities at the UHealth campus.
• Support for professional development and grant writing.