Research Associate- MCG Physiology

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Research Associate- MCG Physiology

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Augusta University

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This position provides administrative and technical oversight in a cardiorenal research laboratory in the Department of Physiology. Responsibilities include the following: ensure research protocols are followed and met; safety guidelines are followed in accordance with institution and government regulations; management of laboratory resources; provide teaching and technical oversight to trainees and research staff; process data, present findings and assist Principle Investigator (PI: Dr.

Alison Kriegel) with current and future research applications and programs of study; and coordinate administrative and technical arrangements of animal models and maintain records related to use.

• Coordinate research activities in the lab and instruct research staff and students and advise regarding research techniques.
• Coordinate administrative and technical arrangements of animal models and maintain records related to use. Perform animal colony maintenance and surgical procedures such as injections, gavage and euthanasia. Assist PI with animal protocols preparation and submission.
• Perform complex data analysis related to producing research results and preparing findings for future development and develop new studies in coordination with the PI. Plan research protocols and control the proper execution of the research plans by other laboratory staff. Analyze data and prepare publication‑ready figures.
• Participate in the tracking and monitoring of budgetary resources to ensure effective lab operations. Interface with vendors and administration regarding order tracking and invoices/payments.
• Use independent judgement in the daily operation of the lab to ensure safe and efficient use of resources. Monitor use of resources to ensure compliance with federal guidelines and institutional protocols.
• Assist PI with data preparation for grant applications and renewals. Participate actively in the composition, editing and publication of research findings.
• Perform other duties incidental to work described herein.

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science or clinical laboratory particularly clinical trial research.
• Or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

• Experience in lab setting designing and executing research protocols and collecting and analyzing quantitative data.
• Experience in working with small animals and animal surgery; surgical skills to include placement of osmotic mini‑pump, telemetry implant, bilateral common carotid stenosis and craniotomies or willingness to learn.
• Having any of the relevant backgrounds mentioned above is…