Research Assistant

Laboratory Research Scientist

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.

Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

Performs laboratory research experiments in support of ongoing basic science research and clinical studies; manages laboratory supplies, equipment, and inventory; coordinates study-related administrative and regulatory activities; assists with day-to-day laboratory operations; may coordinate and supervise the activities of students and support staff; and ensures compliance with institutional policies, research protocols, and safety guidelines.

The duties include, but are not limited to:
Performs activities in support of clinical research projects. Recruits participants and determines qualifications/eligibility to participate in study. Analyzes results of research experiments and procedures via manual and/or computer techniques. Participates in project planning and development of research protocols. Prepares manuscripts for publication in scientific journals. Assists with grant preparation. Collects samples or data and performs lab analysis and/or quantifies and tabulates results.

Performs data entry in statistical programs for relevant research activities. Coordinates research activities of graduate students, fellows, assistants and other employees. Perform 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 particularly clinical trial research. 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.

Some previous experience with social/behavioral science (public health) research is desirable.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. Effective Organization skills. Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use sound judgment and work independently.

Shift: Days/M-F Pay Band: B5 Salary:
Minimum $17.88/hourly - $17.95/hourly Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: 7/23/20260-0 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.

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