Research Assistant-MCG-Pharmacology and Toxicology

Research Assistant-MCG-Pharmacology and Toxicology

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

Position responsibilities include carrying out routine tasks and research experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator and other senior lab personnel in the research laboratory to include maintenance of cell cultures, basic molecular biology, biochemical assays, tissue collection and genotyping, mouse breeding, project planning and developing research protocols and publications. This position will also be responsible for general maintenance of laboratory resources and equipment and performing all other duties as assigned.

• ASSIST PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Assists the principal investigator or higher-level technician with research studies and experiments using biochemical, cell culture, and molecular assays.
• ASSIST IN MOUSE BREEDING: Assist in mouse breeding colonies. Perform breeding, maintenance, and maintain the database for animals. Schedule all treatment protocols and treat animals.
• PROJECT PLANNING: Participate in project planning and development of research protocols and publications.
• LAB PROCEDURES: Assist with general lab procedures, maintenance, and cleaning.
• OTHER: Perform all other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in a research or clinical setting.

OR

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' experience in a research or clinical area.

Specific experience testing small animals in behavioral tasks preferred. Previous experience in cell imaging using confocal microscopy and handling mice is strongly preferred although not required.

Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Willingness and ability to work with research animals.

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B5

Salary: $17.88 hourly – $21.92 hourly

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

This position is fully funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.

Recruitment Period:
Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefits‑eligible employees and some of our half‑time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full‑time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires:
Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post‑secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc. information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

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