Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG Immunology Center

Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG Immunology Center of Georgia

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job : 291135

About Us:

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. Augusta University is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research aims to improve health outcomes. The University System of Georgia emphasizes integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect.

Location details:
Augusta University Health Sciences Campus at 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912;
Summerville Campus at 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.

College/Department Information:
The Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG) represents a new initiative by the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University to leverage the immune system to combat disease. IMMCG aims to recruit faculty and staff to lead projects across cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders, autoimmune and infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease, and cancer.

We are seeking a motivated, self-driven, and collaborative team member to join our research group. Our work encompasses basic and translational immunology, addressing questions on T cell development and function, including T-T cell communication. Studies use samples from healthy individuals and patients, with pre-clinical animal models. Technologies include organoids, flow cytometry, transcriptomic single-cell analyses, and CRISPR/Cas9 approaches.

• Utilize computational tools to analyze and interpret experimental results and data generated within the lab.
• Participate in project planning, lead 1-2 projects, develop research protocols and strategies, ensure adherence to scientific principles and federal guidelines.
• Coordinate and participate in literature research; summarize findings; develop derivative applications of techniques from own research or other projects; present findings at local, national, and international meetings.
• Compose articles for publication; collaborate to review and refine manuscripts for accuracy and clarity.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel; foster a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Advise principal investigator, other postdocs, students, and research personnel on techniques and procedures; fulfill other research-related duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ph.D. and/or M.D. from an accredited college or university.

KNOWLEDGE
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Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn.

SKILLS
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Detail-oriented with strong prioritization, organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

ABILITIES
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Ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to complete work and meet deadlines; willingness and ability to work with research animals; ability to work independently with only general supervision.

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

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint).

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled. Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement options, vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Tuition Assistance Program may be available after 6 months of continued employment.

All selected candidates are required to pass a Background Check prior to starting. For positions of trust, a credit check may be required. Motor vehicle reports may be required for positions needing a university vehicle. For faculty hires, proof of completed degrees and transcripts is required; foreign-trained candidates may need credential evaluation. All employees must protect sensitive information according to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

This position promotes a customer-friendly environment and superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is tobacco-free.

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

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