Sr. Research Associate

Posting Details

Posting Number: S14659P

Working Title:

Sr. Research Associate
Department: VPR-Complex Carbohyd Rsch Ctr
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College/Unit/Department website:
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

Additional Schedule Information:
Normal schedule is Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm but hours and days could vary based on research.

Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with experience.
Posting Date: 02/03/2026
Open until filled:
Yes
Closing Date:
Proposed Starting Date: 07/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area EEO Policy Statement:
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Classification

Title:

Res Associate-Life Science III
FLSA:
Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in a related field of science and 5 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Position Summary:

The Weiss Lab at The University of Georgia's Complex Carbohydrate Research Center () is looking to recruit a motivated Senior Research Scientist to work on research projects focusing on the regulation of glycosaminoglycan biosynthesis in human diseases. Successful applicants will join an exciting new research program and will develop genomic and chemical biology tools to investigate the regulatory mechanisms of glycosylation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or

Competencies:

PhD in biochemistry, genetics, cell biology or a related discipline.

Physical Demands:
Normal lab activity

Security and Compliance:
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No
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
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Security Access:
Yes Credit and P-Card policy:
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• Lead the design, execution, and optimization of CRISPR/Cas9-based genome engineering strategies, including knock-out, knock-in, and endogenous tagging approaches in mammalian cell lines.
• Independently design guide RNAs, donor templates, and cloning strategies for precise genome editing of glycosylation-related genes and pathways.
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