Research Assistant- MCG-Biochemistry & Molec Bio

Research Assistant- MCG-Biochemistry & Molec Bio

Job

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

The Research Assistant’s responsibilities include providing laboratory assistance directly to the Principal Investigator and the laboratory team, with the ability to work independently in carrying out multiple techniques, including culture of established cancer and normal cell lines, primary tissue cultures, proteomics (western blot, ELISA), DNA‑RNA isolation/purification, PCR/RT‑PCR, immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry for immune cells and cancer cells, cloning, working with biological specimens, and providing assistance in mouse models.

Data collection:
Participate in research data collection, analysis, maintain institutional research protocols; willingness to learn bioinformatics.

• Perform technical work in support of ongoing research projects; participate in data collection and documentation, as well as development of new research techniques and procedures.
• Managing day‑to‑day laboratory activities including ordering, updating inventories, preparing appropriate reagents and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Analyze and present data verbally and/or in writing. Work with guidelines and protocols of research projects.
• Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in a research or clinical setting.
• OR
• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in any of the above fields and a minimum of three years’ experience in a research or clinical area.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to review scientific literature, write technical protocols and reports, and present data in group meetings.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use sound judgment and work independently.
• Ability and willingness to work/learn to work with clinical specimens, research animals, and cellular and molecular techniques.

Shift: Days;
Monday – Friday

Salary minimum: $17.88 per hour.

Pay Band: B5

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum‑midpoint) of the position.

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

Recruitment Period:
Until filled.

Benefits 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 who have been employed successfully for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable, a credit check may be completed for Positions of Trust and/or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires:
Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post‑secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

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