Research Associate- MCG Physiology

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Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia Department of Physiology
¿ s focus is the framework of the body's cells, organs and systems, how they work, and how abnormal function leads to disease. The department is dedicated to outstanding research and excellence in education. Our federally funded scientists study some of the nation's top killers like cardiovascular disease and hypertension, and train independent, creative, productive scholars and PhD graduates, who publish in top tier journals and who are competitive for positions wherever they choose to go.

The department offers programs leading to the PhD degree. By virtue of their interdisciplinary training, the department's graduates compete successfully for positions in medical schools, universities, government, and industry.

Job Summary

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.

Research in the Kriegel laboratory is focused on
1) understanding molecular changes associated with hypertension and/or acute/chronic kidney pathology, and
2) understanding how chronic kidney disease leads to cardiovascular disease and dysfunction in adults and children. The laboratory applies cutting edge molecular technologies to understand complex patho/physiological processes. Projects include work in cell and animal models, as well as translational studies involving human subjects.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

Lab Management

Coordinate research activities in the lab and instruct research staff and students and advise regarding research techniques.

Animal Management

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.

Experiments

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.

Fiscal Management

Participate in the tracking and…