Assistant Research Scientist- Georgia Cancer Center

Job Summary

Applying for an Assistant Research Scientist at Augusta University’s Georgia Cancer Center. The role involves conducting independent research on human samples and mouse models for cancer signaling and drug development to advance precision medicine. Additional duties include general lab management, ensuring safety protocol updates, preparing scientific manuscripts and grant applications, and mentoring students and collaborators. This non-tenure track position is full time (1.0 FTE) for the fiscal year.

• Conduct independent scientific research, including planning, experimentation, performing data analyses, and interpreting results.
• Assist students with their research projects and provide mentoring.
• Prepare scientific manuscripts and grant applications, including data and figure preparation, and submission.
• Purchase laboratory materials, maintain inventory, and update safety protocols.
• Collaborate with principal investigators and other scientists in lab projects.

• PhD or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.

• Salary commensurate with education, experience, and achievements; subject to availability of funds.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) position for the fiscal year.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options.
• Tuition assistance program for employees after 6 months of employment.
• Rank and salary determined at hiring based on experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, and market data.
• Advancement through the promotion and tenure process, typically five-year increments.

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