Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Location

Augusta University, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912.

Summerville Campus, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.

Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG) is a new initiative by the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University focused on leveraging the immune system to combat disease, with research teams tackling cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders, autoimmune and infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease, and cancer.

Aherrahrou's lab, located at the Immunology Center of Georgia, applies in-silico, in-vitro, and in-vivo methods to further unravel the genetics of cardiovascular diseases. The lab works with large datasets and participates in national and international collaborations.

• Interest in or have a good command of bioinformatics or computational biology.
• Application of GWAS, molecular QTL, precision medicine, Single-cell RNA and ATACseq, Single-cell CRISPR screening techniques.
• Genetics and biology of cardiovascular diseases.
• Collaborating with computational and wet-lab biologists for mechanism elucidation.
• Preparing written and oral presentations of results for the team and the public.
• Supervising staff and students.
• Maintaining and organizing large amounts of genetic data and summary statistics.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university.

• Ph.D. in computational biology (bioinformatics, genomics, etc.) or related field.

Knowledge
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Skills
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Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Abilities
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Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift: Days;
Monday − Friday (work outside normal business hours may be required).

Salary:
To be commensurate with qualifications within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

This position is fully/partially funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon availability of funds.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled.

Benefits may include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Full‑time employees employed successfully for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

• Successful pass of a Background Check review prior to starting.
• Candidate may need a credit check if applicable for positions of trust or approved departmental purchase card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports required for positions that require driving an university vehicle.
• Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and transcripts.
• All employees must ensure confidentiality and adherence to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.