Research Assistant - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine at Augusta University Augusta, GA

Research Assistant - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine

Job : 252713 Location: Augusta University, Augusta, GA

Full/Part Time: Full Time

The position is in a lab studying immune‑taste interactions to understand mechanisms of taste bud regeneration. Two major ongoing projects are conducted using transgenic and knockout mice: (1) determining how cytokines impact taste bud regeneration after neural injury; (2) investigating the role of the ACE2 receptor in the taste system relevant to taste loss after COVID‑19 infection.

• Prepare solutions and media needed for experiments.
• Perform cell/tissue cryopreservation and mammalian stem cell, oocyte, and embryo experiments.
• Maintain accurate daily records of laboratory results.
• Summarize and analyze experimental data.
• Determine needed supplies, place orders, and maintain inventory databases.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is functional and maintain service records.
• Prepare and update animal use, biosafety, and chemical protocols.
• Maintain colonies of research animals and breed mutant mouse lines.
• Perform related duties/tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or related natural sciences, plus experience in a research or clinical setting, especially clinical trials research.
• OR an Associate's degree in the same fields plus a minimum of three years' experience in a research, basic science, or clinical setting.

• Experience in cell and molecular biology techniques, reproductive and developmental biology, and lab management.

• Team work and collaboration.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Meet deadlines and work independently under general supervision.
• Ability to work with research animals.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software/databases.

Shift: Days, Monday–Friday (work outside normal business hours may be required)

Salary: Pay Band B5, commensurate with qualifications within established range.

Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance;
Teachers Retirement System or optional retirement plan; vacation time, sick leave; 13 paid holidays. Tuition assistance after 6 months of employment.

Successful completion of Background Check. Employees must ensure confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

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