Senior Research Assistant - MCG-Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine

Senior Research Assistant – MCG‑Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine

Job

Location:

Augusta University, Augusta, GA

Full‑time, Permanent Position

Conduct research on Alzheimer’s disease, neuropsychiatric disorders, and the microbiome using transgenic mouse models. Perform drug treatments, behavioral tests, stereotactic surgery, complex laboratory procedures, and manage a transgenic mouse colony. Contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.

• Conduct research on Alzheimer’s disease, neuropsychiatric disorders, and the microbiome using transgenic mouse models.
• Perform drug treatments, behavioral testing, stereotactic surgery, and varied chemical, biological, and histologic procedures.
• Collect mouse specimens and prepare samples for histology and molecular/biochemical analysis.
• Primary cell culture, histology, and imaging of mouse nervous system tissue.
• Manage transgenic mouse colony and perform small animal surgical and behavioral procedures.
• Identify and implement experimental and analytical pipeline improvements.
• Prepare and submit research papers, contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.
• Mentor junior lab members and promote a collaborative lab culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, life sciences or a related field and at least two years of applicable research experience, including clinical trials research.

Knowledge
:
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other research databases.

Skills
:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication. Detail‑oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Abilities
:
Maintain confidentiality. Work with research animals.

Shift: Days, Monday–Friday (outside of standard hours may be required). Pay Band B6. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Position fully funded through external sources; continued employment contingent on available funds.

Benefits:
Health, dental, life insurance; optional retirement plan; vacation, sick leave, 13 paid holidays; tuition assistance program for eligible employees.

Successful completion of background check (and credit check for positions of trust). Motor vehicle reports required if driving a university vehicle. Faculty hires must provide proof of degrees and post‑secondary coursework.

Employees must maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

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