Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Summary

This is a postdoc researcher position whose purpose is to advance the lab's cancer genomics research by leading end‑to‑end projects—formulating hypotheses, generating and analyzing multi‑omics data, and translating findings into publications and grant support—while developing the postdoc's path toward scientific independence in a collaborative team.

• Project leadership and study design, including hypotheses, experimental/analysis plans, and timelines.
• Primary computational analysis & pipeline execution.
• Data generation and sample management.
• Writing and communication: manuscripts, presentations, collaborator updates.
• Biological interpretation and result synthesis: figures, summaries, and validation proposals.
• Mentorship and collaboration: code/protocol reviews and assistance to trainees.
• Grant support: methods, results summaries, and reporting.
• Data stewardship and compliance: metadata, permissions, backups.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

• Advanced analytic approaches to cancer genomics.
• Experience with single‑cell or spatial transcriptomics workflows.
• Familiarity with long‑read sequencing technologies and structural variation analysis.
• Prior involvement in collaborative, large‑scale genomics projects.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Shift: Days, Monday–Friday (weekends or evening work may be required). Salary will be commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Benefits for full‑time employees include health, dental, and life insurance;
Teachers Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan; vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; and tuition assistance after six months.

• Successful completion of a background check.
• Credit check if applicable for positions of trust or department purchase card usage.
• Motor‑vehicle reports for positions requiring driving.
• For faculty hires, proof of completed academic degrees and post‑secondary coursework; foreign‑educated candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• Adherence to cybersecurity and privacy policies regarding sensitive information.

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