Senior Research Assistant- MCG Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine

Senior Research Assistant - MCG Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine

Job

Location:

Augusta University

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Job Summary:

Conduct research on Alzheimer's disease, neuropsychiatric disorders, and the microbiome using transgenic mouse models in Seo laboratory. Perform drug treatments and behavioral tests on mice, develop hypotheses and testing methods, standardize protocols for collecting mouse specimens (brain and peripheral organs), prepare samples for histology and molecular/biochemical analysis, perform stereotactic surgery, complex chemical, biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, statistical/computational, and dissection procedures.

Manage transgenic mouse colony and small animal surgical and behavioral procedures, identify and implement pipeline improvements, and contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.

• Conduct research on Alzheimer's disease, neuropsychiatric disorders, and the microbiome using transgenic mouse models.
• Perform drug treatments and behavioral tests on mice.
• Develop hypotheses and testing methods.
• Standardize protocols for collecting mouse specimens, preparing samples for histology and biochemical analysis.
• Perform stereotactic surgery and other complex procedures (chemical, biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, statistical/computational, and dissection).
• Manage transgenic mouse colony and perform small animal surgical and behavioral procedures.
• Identify and implement experimental and analytical pipeline improvements and refinements.
• Prepare and submit papers, contribute to manuscript and grant preparation with figures, methods, and technical expertise.
• Mentor junior lab members and promote a collaborative high-performance lab culture.
• Design research protocols, including procedures for collection, verification, and data management.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or related natural, life, health care, or materials science; and 2+ years of applicable experience in research, basic science, or clinical trials research.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness and ability to work with research animals.

Shift: Days;
Monday - Friday.

Pay Band: B6 (salary commensurate with qualifications within the established range).

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled.

Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan options, earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full-time employees employed >6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

• Successful background check required.

• Credit check may be required for positions of trust or purchase card usage.

• Motor vehicle reports required for positions that require driving a university vehicle.

• Faculty hires must provide proof of a completed academic degree and original transcripts (credential evaluation for foreign-educated candidates).

• Employees must uphold confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information per cybersecurity and privacy policies.

• Promotes a customer-friendly environment, providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees.

• Tobacco-free environment; use of tobacco products prohibited.

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

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