Post Doc Research Associate Burg Lab

Posting Number

G/R13716P

Working Title

Post Doc Research Associate Burg Lab

Department

Vet Med‑Small Animal Med & Surg

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Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

08/16/2021

Posting Date

07/21/2021

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

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Duties/Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities will include management and implementation of tissue engineering studies in the Harbor Lights Laboratory.

Percentage of time

100

Classification Title

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA

Exempt

FTE

1.00

Position Summary

The postdoctoral associate will conduct research on a pre-specified project as well as projects of their own design and publish that research. The postdoc will take on senior responsibilities like research mentoring, grant writing, and publishing. Primary responsibilities will include management and implementation of tissue engineering studies in the Harbor Lights Laboratory. A research leader with background in biomaterials and cell biology is needed to manage and coordinate the day-to-day research activities in the laboratory.

Relevant/Preferred

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Applicants must have a Ph.D., or equivalent degree, with a background in Bioengineering or Cell Biology, or a related area of science.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Familiarity with biomaterials and cellular engineering; preferred knowledge of molecular genetic, biochemical, histological and immunological techniques to examine factors affecting cell behaviors on biomaterial substrates.

Physical Demands

Standing/sitting for long periods of time in respect to laboratory work.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a requirement of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access?

Yes

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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