Research Associate - Biology

Job Overview

Location:

Augusta University
Full Time

Job

About the Institution:
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. Augusta University emphasizes real-world experiences, community engagement, and partnerships addressing health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The Research Associate will be mainly in charge of carrying out Drosophila health and longevity experiments, while maintaining basic day-to-day operations in the lab. The Research Associate will supervise undergraduate workers and volunteers in the lab. There is also the opportunity to complete molecular biology experiments including PCR, qPCR, and Western blotting, as well as analyze data.

• Drosophila husbandry, media production, and stock maintenance.
• Supervise undergraduate students on their Drosophila health projects.
• Longevity, stress assays, and health assays.
• PCR, qPCR, Western blotting.
• Analysis of experimental data collected in R.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 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 and experience in research or clinical laboratory work.
• OR Bachelor's degree in the same fields with a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Master's degree in biology or related field and experience in molecular biology and statistical analyses is preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organizational skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Highly motivated.

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

Salary Minimum: $45,400 annually. Pay Band: B8. Salary to be commensurate with qualifications within the established range.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled. Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees and some part-time employees. Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Tuition assistance may be available after 6 months of employment.

• All selected candidates are required to pass a Background Check prior to starting.
• If applicable, a credit check for Positions of Trust or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports may be required for positions that drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• For faculty hires: evidence of completed academic degree(s) and transcripts; foreign-trained candidates may need educational credential evaluation.
• All employees must protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information and adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

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

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