Research Associate- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

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Augusta University

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

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College/Department Information

The Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG) represents a new initiative by the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University to leverage the ability of the immune system to combat disease. The IMMCG will accomplish this by assembling teams of biomedical researchers with strong records of scientific innovation and technological development. The IMMCG will be co-directed by world-class immunologists Drs. Catherine `Lynn
¿ Hedrick and Klaus Ley, both of whom have made major discoveries linking immune cells to specific mechanisms of disease. The goal of the IMMCG is to produce novel and effective treatments for conditions that heavily impact the communities of Georgia and the United States. The new center is aggressively recruiting faculty and staff to lead projects focused on cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders, autoimmune and infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease and cancer.

Why Join the Rasheed Lab?

Collaborative Environment:
Be part of a team-oriented lab where your contributions will directly support the success of ongoing research projects and help junior trainees develop their skills.

Technical Leadership:
Take the lead on important research projects, gaining valuable experience in technical project management and mentorship.

Impactful Research:
Contribute to high-quality research with opportunities to assist in publishing papers and supporting lab funding efforts.

Career Development:
Develop your leadership and technical skills while supporting the lab's collective research goals in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Job Summary

The Rasheed Lab at Augusta University is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to contribute to innovative research on the metabolic adaptations that regulate immune cell fate and function, particularly in the context of cardiovascular disease. In this role, you will take the lead on key research projects with guidance and supervision from Dr. Rasheed, applying your strong technical expertise to drive forward the lab's research objectives.

You will also play a key role in mentoring junior trainees and supporting the research efforts of others in the lab.

This position is ideal for someone with strong technical skills in molecular biology, microscopy, animal models, and flow cytometry, and who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to publishing research and supporting the lab's funding efforts.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:

Manage research projects under the supervision of Dr. Rasheed, ensuring alignment with the lab's scientific goals. Implement experimental protocols in molecular biology, microscopy, animal models, and flow cytometry. Working alongside Dr. Rasheed and other lab members to analyze and interpret experimental data and…