Research Assistant - Center Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine Augusta, GA

Research Assistant – Center for Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine (Job : 278832)

Location: Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary: Experienced individual in basic molecular and/or cellular biology techniques to support ongoing research projects, develop and evaluate new research methods, maintain detailed notebooks, support mouse lines, and manage laboratory supplies.

• Culture Media: Perform examinations of specimens for diseases and pathological conditions; prepare culture media; incubate and culture bacteria; stain slides; perform molecular biology techniques.
• Laboratory Equipment: Calibrate and operate spectrophotometer, microscope, Coulter counter, centrifuge, hemacytometer, and other equipment; place lab orders.
• Animals: Maintain mouse lines and colonies.
• Other: Perform all other related duties/tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a related natural/health sciences field and experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting (particularly clinical trials).
• OR Associate’s degree in a related field and a minimum of three years’ experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting (particularly clinical trials).

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and willing to learn additional computer software/database tools.
• Good laboratory practice knowledge.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to read and understand experimental directions.

Shift: Days – Monday through Friday (outside normal business hours may be required).

Salary Range: $17.88 – $19.23 per hour (Pay Band B5; Salary commensurate with qualifications).

Benefits: Health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; eligible employees may also receive tuition assistance after 6 months.

• Background check, and where required, a credit check or motor‑vehicle report.
• Compliance with confidentiality, cybersecurity, and privacy policies.
• Faculty hires must provide verified academic credentials.

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

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