Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Job Summary

The Rasheed Lab at Augusta University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to lead innovative research on the metabolic adaptations that regulate immune cell fate and function during cardiovascular disease, with some focus on acute inflammatory diseases and cancer. This position offers the unique opportunity to drive your own research projects in a dynamic and collaborative lab, under the mentorship of Dr.

Rasheed. You will receive personalized mentorship to advance your scientific career and develop autonomy to shape your scientific path.

Dr. Rasheed is dedicated to providing rigorous training to postdoctoral fellows, both locally and internationally, fostering their growth as independent scientists in the fields of immunology, hematology, and/or cardiovascular disease. This is an excellent opportunity to develop high-level expertise in cutting‑edge techniques, contribute to impactful research, and collaborate with scientists from various backgrounds and expertise areas.

• Lead the design, execution, and management of your own research projects, guided by Dr. Rasheed's mentorship and the lab's collaborative spirit.
• Innovate and develop experimental protocols using advanced molecular biology, microscopy, animal models, hematology, and flow cytometry techniques to advance your research.
• Analyze experimental data and independently troubleshoot challenges to produce high-quality research.
• Present research findings at local, national, and international scientific meetings, establish a network within your research community, keep up to date with late‑breaking literature in your field, publish original research in top‑tier, peer‑reviewed journals, and actively contribute to collaborative research papers, review articles, and perspectives.
• Independently apply for funding opportunities (e.g., NIH, AHA) with guidance on writing competitive research fellowships and attaining independent funding (e.g. K99, CDA).
• Provide mentorship to graduate students and junior trainees within the lab, helping them develop research skills.
• Collaborate with scientists in other labs at Augusta University and globally, facilitating cross-disciplinary research and training opportunities, and participate in training programs to support the international development of postdoctoral researchers.
• Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned and discussed with Dr. Rasheed.

Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university.

• Ph.D. or M.D. degree in disciplines such as Molecular Biology, Immunology, Vascular Biology, Hematology or related fields.
• Demonstrated research publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Expertise in designing and executing experiments involving high-resolution microscopy and/or high-parameter flow cytometry.
• Strong scientific curiosity and passion for advancing knowledge in cardiovascular disease, immunology and hematopoiesis.

Skills

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively convey research ideas and findings.

Abilities

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Work with animal models including handling, dissection, and tissue collection.
• Commit to continuous learning and development of new research techniques and technical skills.
• Work independently and take initiative in driving your research while contributing to a collaborative team-based environment.

• Shift: Days, Monday – Friday (work outside of normal business hours may be required).
• Salary commensurate with qualifications within the established range.
• This position is fully/partially funded through external sources; continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
• Benefits may include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
• Full-time employees employed for more than 6 months may be considered for the…