Senior Research Associate
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research -
Healthcare
Clinical Research
Posting Information
Posting Number: S13141P
Working Title: Senior Research Associate
Department: VPR-Complex Carbohyd Rsch Ctr
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Schedule: Normal hours are 8am – 5pm Monday through Friday, but hours and days could vary based on research.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Posting Date: 12/18/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 02/01/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
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Position SummaryThe Senior Research Associate at the Analytical Services and Training Laboratory will be proficient in developing advanced MS techniques (MS/MS) for glycoproteins, oligosaccharides, and peptides in collaborative and time‑sensitive projects. They will need to possess a strong background in carbohydrates and MS techniques, particularly on orbitraps, to tackle challenging analyses. Proficiency in isolating and purifying polysaccharides and glycoproteins from diverse sources, coupled with adeptness in writing, editing, and collaborating on manuscripts and reviews, is essential.
Moreover, they will excel in training colleagues in structural characterization techniques and may contribute to teaching and organizing training courses as required. Flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as assigned is needed.
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Strong background in carbohydrates and mass spectrometry structural studies.
Normal for laboratory work.
Duties and Responsibilities- Develop methods for MS and MS/MS analysis of oligosaccharides, glycopeptides and peptides on collaborative and service projects – 40%
- Develop methods for isolation and purification of glycans from cells and tissue or from drug products from industry – 20%
- Write and edit manuscripts, and reviews from our laboratory or our collaborators’ laboratory
- Perform chemical derivatization for MS analysis for glycan and polysaccharide projects – 10%
- Train other scientists in the laboratory on structural characterization of glycoproteins and oligosaccharides – 5%
- Possibly help with teaching and organization of our hands‑on training courses
Recruitment Contact:
Kristie Huff – kghuff
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