Assistant Research Scientist

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The College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia (UGA) is a distinguished institution known for its excellence in pharmacy education, research, and community service (). We are at the forefront of pharmaceutical research, with faculty and students engaged in groundbreaking studies that contribute to advancements in healthcare and medicine. Research areas include drug discovery, pharmacology, and clinical pharmacy. The college is highly ranked, placing 16th out of 140 pharmacy programs nationwide according to US News & World Report, underscoring our reputation for excellence.

These elements make the UGA College of Pharmacy a unique and enriching place for students to pursue their pharmacy education and careers.

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Assistant Research Scientist

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Non-Tenure Track

Should be Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Physiology, or a closely related field.

The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy seeks an outstanding candidate for a full-time Assistant Research Scientist position to contribute to the College's expanding biomedical and translational research mission at the UGA Augusta Campus
. This is a 12-month, non-tenure-track faculty appointment within the University of Georgia Research Scientist Track. The successful candidate will lead and support innovative research focused on the molecular, cellular, and physiological mechanisms underlying pulmonary diseases, including inflammatory, infectious, fibrotic, and chronic respiratory disorders.

The Assistant Research Scientist will be responsible for designing and executing laboratory-based studies, developing novel scientific approaches, analyzing and interpreting complex datasets, and disseminating research findings through peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations. Additional responsibilities include contributing to sponsored research programs through the preparation of grant proposals and progress reports, collaborating with faculty, research staff, students, and external partners, and providing mentorship and scientific guidance to research trainees.

• Minimum 1 year of postdoctoral research experience in biomedical, pharmaceutical, translational, or pulmonary research.
• Must possess a strong foundation in molecular biology, cell biology, pharmacology, and translational biomedical research.
• Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in pulmonary biology, respiratory disease, inflammation, fibrosis, infectious diseases, asthma, COPD , acute lung injury, ARDS , or related disciplines.

• Comprehensive knowledge of molecular, cellular, and translational biomedical research, including pulmonary disease mechanisms, inflammatory signaling, infectious disease biology, tissue remodeling, and therapeutic development.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate scientific hypotheses, design and conduct independent research studies, analyze data, and translate findings into publications, presentations, and funding opportunities.
• Expertise in molecular and cellular laboratory techniques, including PCR , qPCR, cloning, gene and protein expression analysis, Western blotting, mammalian cell culture, functional assays, flow cytometry, histology, immunohistochemistry, and related methodologies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in animal research models and procedures relevant to pulmonary and translational biomedical research.
• Strong scientific writing and communication skills, with a record of preparing manuscripts, abstracts, technical reports, presentations, and grant applications.
• Proven ability to manage multiple research priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated…