Gainesville, Florida, United States · On-site
Classification Title: Biological Scientist I Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field. Job Description: Perform microbiology and molecular biology assays s…
Skills: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, DNA and RNA Extraction, PCR, QPCR
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$98k–$184k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Embedded Software Engineering, C, Object Oriented C++, Python, Real-Time Operating Systems
Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
$66k–$119k/yr
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…
Skills: Embedded Software Engineering, C, Object Oriented C++, Python, Real-Time Operating Systems
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880126 Agency: Juvenile Justice Working Title: DJJ OPERATIONS CONSULTANT - 80002854 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 80002854 Salary: $2,784.86 bi-weekly Posting Closing Date: 07/31/2026 Total Co…
Skills: Project Management, Contract Management, Grant Administration, K-12 Education Systems, Workforce Development
Columbia County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880143 Agency: Justice Administrative Commission Working Title: PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 3RD CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21010859 Pay Plan: Pub.DefndrsJAC Position Number: 21010859 Salary: $70,0…
Skills: Criminal Defense, Trial Advocacy, Communication Skills, Legal Research, Courtroom Procedure
Fort Myers, Florida, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$30/hr
Requisition No: 879500 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64936173 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 64936173 Salary: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2026 Total Compe…
Skills: Nutrition Education, Anthropometrics, Hematological Measures, Breastfeeding Support, Nutritional Counseling
Perry, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 879806 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: FISHERIES & WILDLIFE BIO SCIENTIST II - 77072822 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 77072822 Salary: $1,576.92 biweek…
Skills: Prescribed Burning, Wildlife Surveys, Habitat Restoration, Fire Ecology, Invasive Vegetation Control
Jacksonville, Florida, United States · On-site
$2k–$2k/wk
Requisition No: 880324 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68064269 - SENIOR HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 68064269 Salary: $1,636.98 - $2,128.07 Biw…
Skills: Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Work Prioritization, Complaint Resolution, Data Organization
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 876243 Agency: Environmental Protection Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37010955 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 37010955 Salary: Annual Salary: $43,230.00 Posting Closing Date: 08/0…
Skills: Project Management, Contract Management, Technical Writing, Data Analysis, Public Speaking
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Remote OK
$100k–$205k/yr
Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you …
Skills: Management Consulting, HCM Implementation, Payroll Process Analysis, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management
Alachua, Florida, United States · On-site
Classification Title: OPS Facilities Assistant Classification Minimum Requirements: N/A Job Description: This is a temporary OPS position at the University of Florida. Work schedule and hours may vary based on operationa…
Skills: Facilities Operations, Building Support, Event Setup, Inventory Management, Logistical Support
Largo, Florida, United States · On-site
Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting. Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride Vision: To be the…
Skills: Maintenance, Repair, Construction equipment operation, Masonry, Welding
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States · Hybrid
The Talent Management Specialist designs, implements, and manages District-wide programs that maximize workforce potential, competency, and staff retention. This role focuses on performance management, succession plannin…
Skills: Talent Management, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Competency Modeling
Miami, Florida, United States · On-site
This is an opportunity to work with the United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) in meeting the mission of administering the nation’s lawful immigration system. Job Description: As a Biometric Technician …
Skills: Biometrics Processing, Fingerprinting, Customer Service, Crowd Control, Data Entry
Hollywood, Florida, United States · Hybrid
Requisition No: 879659 Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Working Title: OPS BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST I - F - 77901906 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 77901906 Salary: $21/hour Posting Closing Date: 08…
Skills: Fish Morphology, Marine Fish Identification, Statistical Survey Sampling, Data Collection, Public Communication
Live Oak, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880135 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: ADULT EDUCATION TEACHER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70037412 Salary: $51,500.02 Annually Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2026 Total Compen…
Skills: Adult Basic Education, GED Instruction, Mathematics Teaching, Science Teaching, Reading-Language Arts Teaching
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880221 Agency: Business and Professional Regulation Working Title: OPS REGULATORY SPECIALIST III - 79901909 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 79901909 Salary: $21.00 per hour Posting Closing Date: 07/31/202…
Skills: Regulatory Review, Licensing, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Leon County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880129 Agency: Division of Emergency Management Working Title: OPS Recovery Syst & Planning Team Lead - 31902279 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 31902279 Salary: $37.00/Hour Posting Closing Date: 08/06/20…
Skills: Power BI, Python, Data Modeling, DAX Measures, Automation
Tallahassee, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880326 Agency: Agency for Health Care Administration Working Title: 68064736 - SENIOR ATTORNEY Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 68064736 Salary: $2,642.97 Biweekly Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2026 Total Com…
Skills: Administrative Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Statutory Interpretation, Pleadings Preparation
Flagler County, Florida, United States · On-site
Requisition No: 880313 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: ADULT PROTECTIVE INVESTIGATOR - 60019675 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60019675 Salary: $37,000.08 annually / $1,423.08 bi-weekly Posting Cl…
Skills: Investigative Interviewing, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Report Writing, Risk Assessment
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Perform a variety of microbiology and molecular biology assays while managing daily laboratory operations and equipment maintenance. The role also involves training lab assistants and students on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
A bachelor's degree in biology or a related life science field is required. Preferred candidates have experience in genetics, molecular biology, and proficiency with statistical and graphing tools like Prism and BioRender.
| Classification Title: |
Biological Scientist I |
|---|---|
| Classification Minimum Requirements: |
Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field. |
| Job Description: |
Perform microbiology and molecular biology assays such as such as bacterial cultures, stocking, DNA and RNA extractions and nucleic acid gels and blots; PCR, QPCR, and RT-PCR; biochemical assays; protein expression, extraction, and purification; and immunological analyses such as ELISAs, Western blots, and protein dot blots. Assist in the training and overseeing of OPS lab assistants and undergraduate, graduate, and dental research students. Training consists of educating trainees in EH&S lab safety rules and regulations, ensuring all personnel have completed and are up to date on all mandatory training such as blood borne pathogens, handling biomedical and hazardous/chemical waste, IACUC, HIPAA, and others as may be required by the research project and/or routine duties and procedures performed by each individual. Additionally, the laboratory technician is responsible for assisting with training each lab member on protocols, equipment, instrumentation, and standard operating procedures necessary to complete his or her research assignment and/or routine lab duties. Assist with managing the daily operations of the lab. Ensure that laboratory duties such as performing routine maintenance of laboratory equipment (including but not limited to the anaerobic chamber, centrifuges, and water baths); preparation of buffers, stock solutions and bacterial and cell culture media; ordering supplies and stocking shelves, cleaning and organizing, and ensuring that various as-needed tasks are performed either by the employee or satisfactorily performed by others. The biological scientist will also be responsible for cultivating/maintaining stocks of bacterial strains and keeping an accurate inventory of frozen bacterial and human cell culture stocks. He or she will also maintain a inventory system for keeping track of research samples, kits, and reagents in the freezers and refrigerators; and will keep an inventory of all chemicals and reagents in the lab. The biological scientist will be trained on the shipping of biological samples and will carry the main responsibility for shipping bacterial DNA, bacterial strains, tissue samples, etc. Organize experimental protocols and data and maintain complete and accurate records of all experiments and procedures performed. Record all data in regulation laboratory notebook(s) on a daily basis or during and immediately after collection. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of the literature directly pertaining to the goals of the lab. This will involve independent reading of literature and recognizing techniques and analyses that may be useful to current projects. This position requires the occasional lifting of boxes that may weigh up to 60 lbs. It also requires the ability to use micropipettes and good manual dexterity, which may be difficult for an individual with any type of arm or hand disability. |
| Expected Salary: |
$24.00 per hour Benefits: The University of Florida offers low-cost State Health plans, a number of Dental plans to fit you and your family’s needs, and Vision. Domestic partner coverage through GatorCare is also available. Optional plans such as life, disability, legal and accident insurance are also available. Build your retirement roadmap with competitive pension plans, investment accounts and a host of voluntary add-ons, such as 457 deferred compensation and 403(b) plans. UF provides a variety of leave programs including vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays, personal leave days, and family medical leave. TEAMS employees accrue approximately 22 vacation days annually, 13 sick days annually, and 4 personal leave days, typically used during the holiday closing period (accruals based on full-time employment). UF also provides you the flexibility to deal with life’s challenges by offering paid family leave, eight full weeks of leave over a 24-month period. UF Employees are also eligible for the GatorPerks discount program, which provides big savings at various businesses and retailers! Explore UF’s plethora of benefit options here: TEAMS Benefits |
| Required Qualifications: |
Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field. |
| Preferred: |
Experience in microbiology, genetics, and molecular biology. Ability to organize work assignments, manage the daily activities of an active laboratory, assist with the direction of co-workers (primarily volunteers and undergraduate students), maintain adequate supplies, and recognize problems encountered in assays. Good working knowledge of Microsoft office, statistical tools such as Prism, citation tools such as EndNote, and graphing tools such as BioRender. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See the Qualified Positions link on our applicant FAQs page for a list of eligible positions. This is a time-limited position. This position is open to current UF employees only. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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