Postdoctoral Research Associate

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number


G/R34872P

Working Title


Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department


Franklin-Biochemistry

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university ( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship, and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website

Employment Type


Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary


$64,000

Anticipated Start Date


11/01/2026

Posting Date


10/01/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled


Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

With your applicant documents, please include evidence of degree for your PhD in Other Documents #1. This can be in the form of transcripts showing that you have graduated or a copy of your diploma.

Please also provide a brief research summary in Other Documents #2.

*Please be sure to include 3 references with contact information.

Location of Vacancy


Athens Area

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Design, perform, and analyze scientific experiments regarding epigenetic regulation of gene expression in Trypanosoma brucei and Leishmania. This will include developing experimental protocols, assembling needed reagents, and conducting experiments utilizing research protocols for in vitro parasite cell culture and transformation and performing various molecular assays (DNA/RNA extraction and purification, qPCR, qRT-PCR and recombinant protein expression) to characterize the mechanism of RNA Pol II transcription and regulated gene expression in the protozoan parasites.

Percentage of time


75

Duties/Responsibilities

Analyze, interpret, organize, and present experimental data

Percentage of time


15

Duties/Responsibilities

Contribute to manuscripts, grant materials, reports, protocols, and trainee mentoring

Percentage of time


10

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title


Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA


Exempt

UGA Job Code

FTE


1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary

The UGA Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is seeking highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Researchers to join the Sabatini Lab and contribute to a NIH-funded research program investigating epigenetic regulation of mRNA transcription and gene expression in Trypanosoma brucei and Leishmania.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, or related field.


Preferred technical experience:

• Mammalian or parasite cell culture and growth assays
• Basic level skills as a molecular biologist/or biochemist
• Experimental design, quantitative data analysis, and figure generation
• Scientific writing, protocol development, and grant-related materials

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Experience with basic level skills as a molecular biologist/or biochemist, including: DNA/RNA isolation, qPCR, RT-PCR, molecular cloning and plasmid preparation, recombinant protein expression, SDS-PAGE, Western/Southern blotting, Mammalian or parasite cell culture and growth assays.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Independently plan and execute rigorous experiments; troubleshoot complex assays.

Work collaboratively with faculty, trainees, and collaborators.

Exceptional organizational skills and multitasking abilities. Candidates should be comfortable balancing hands-on bench work with broader contributions including data interpretation, and preparation of scientific presentations.

General computing skills and proficiency at using scientific databases NCBI/BLAST.

Physical Demands

Normal lab activity; sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping.

Is this a Position of Trust?


Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?


Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?


No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?


No

Is driving a requirement of this position?


No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?


No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)


No

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name


Dr. Robert Sabatini

Recruitment Contact Email


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Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



Applicant Documents



Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Other Documents #1
4. Other Documents #2
5. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents