Senior Research Associate

Senior Research Associate

The complex, multidisciplinary nature of the funded project involves an experienced senior research scientist that has extensive experience in both carbohydrate chemistry and synthetic chemistry with an emphasis in the synthesis and characterization of complex carbohydrates from plants. The employee will develop chemical biology tools and strategies for improvement of fermentation processes. Additionally, the position involves that the employee attends meetings and prepares reports.

In addition, the employee is responsible to work with the PI to develop new lines of research to prepare proposals to continue and expand on the currently proposed research. The employee will prepare and submit the research reports, publications, and patents to the CBI and BioF:

GREAT centers. The employee will also be responsible for training and co-supervision and graduate undergraduate researchers in lab together with the PI.

Knowledge of analytical, organic, or biochemical research principles and practices. Skill in carbohydrate analysis, organic chemistry techniques, or related laboratory processes. Ability to contribute to collaborative research efforts and work effectively with internal and external partners.

Some lifting of lab materials.

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. Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes. Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy 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. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Experimental work in structural analysis of complex carbohydrates from fermentation broths, reductive catalytic fractionation residuals, and glycoenzyme reactions. Duties/Responsibilities
- Experimental work related to chemical synthesis of modified carbohydrates and NDP-sugars for application in chemo-enzymatic strategies to study glycoenzymes. Duties/Responsibilities
- Write Manuscripts and contribute to grant proposals, Prepare Quarterly and Annual reports, Attend project Meetings. Duties/Responsibilities
- Supervise students and manage lab chemical safety.