Research Scientist

Job ID: 300269 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary Job Summary Job ID 300269 Position # 40111735 The department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine in the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist. Reporting to the Director of the Brain Organoid Core, the faculty member will manage the development and operation of the Brain Organoid Core and its research programs. The individual will support core-led projects and provide technical expertise and consultation to investigators. Major responsibilities include the culture, maintenance, characterization, and differentiation of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs); CRISPR/Cas9-based genome editing; generation and validation of novel iPSC lines; and the development, optimization, and implementation of protocols for producing and analyzing diverse brain organoid models. The position will oversee user projects, coordinate core services, maintain quality control standards, and ensure timely completion of research requests. The individual will also be responsible for training users in core technologies; maintaining detailed records and standard operating procedures; managing core equipment and laboratory resources; assisting with experimental design and data interpretation; and contributing to reports, publications and presentations related to core-supported research. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track. Responsibilities Assisting in grant writing and submission/Scientific manuscripts writing and submission Planning, designing, and performing research projects and analyzing the data from these research projects Mentoring and supervising postdoctoral fellows, research associate, and graduate students Performing administrative and managerial tasks in the laboratory Attend lab meetings and discussions of results from research projects Stay current with advances in stem cell biology, organoid technologies, genome engineering, and neuroscience research and to help implement emerging methodologies that enhance the capabilities of the Brain Organoid Core Required Qualifications PhD or equivalent from an accredited institution. Shift/Salary/Benefits This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time. Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! 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. Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data. Advancement Through The Faculty Ranks At Augusta University Is Only Through The Annual Promotion And Tenure Process In Which Faculty May Apply If Eligible (typically Five-year Increments). For More Information On Ranks, Please Review The Augusta University Promotion And Tenure Website College/Department Information The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately 575 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide. About Us 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. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at Location Our Health Sciences Campus 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Conditions of Employment 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. 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