Postdoctoral Fellow - MCG-Vascular Biology Center

Postdoctoral Fellow

The Postdoctoral Fellow performs advanced technical work under the supervision of the principal investigator. The Responsibilities include planning and performing experiments and analyzing data, presenting data at lab meetings and international conferences, and writing scientific papers and grant applications. The major focus of the lab is on the interplay between vascular cells and the extracellular matrix in blood vessel development and disease.

The lab applies developmental biology, genetic, biochemical, and omics approaches to uncover key insights into the morphogenesis and pathogenesis of the blood vessel wall. Ongoing projects focus on the following areas: i) aorta and elastin aortopathy, ii) ductus arteriosus and patent ductus arteriosus, and iii) cerebral vasculature and intracranial hemorrhage. The lab has the advantage of utilizing genetic mouse models and accessing human samples.

The duties include but are not limited to:
Compose articles for publication in scientific journals. Review articles prepared by others. Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel engaged in research activities and/or related laboratory work. Advise principal investigators, other Postdoctoral Fellows, students, and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures, and other technological aspects of research activities. Calibrate, troubleshoot, and operate scientific equipment.

Instruct others in the operation of equipment. Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines. Conduct a range of experimental studies, including cell culture, Western blot, real-time PCR, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, genotyping, and various microscopy and imaging techniques. Perform search of scientific literature, developing new techniques, and presenting findings at scientific meetings locally, nationally, and internationally.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university. Research background in molecular and cellular biology and mouse genetics using multiple experimental techniques including cell culture, RNA/protein analysis, flow cytometry, omics approaches, immunohistochemical analysis, and in vivo mice experiments. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to complete work and meet deadlines. Willingness and ability to work with research animals. Ability to work independently with only general supervision.

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required) Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position This position is (fully/partially) 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 information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

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