Research Associate - Biology

Research Associate

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 10,500 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.

The Research Associate will be mainly in charge of carrying out Drosophila health and longevity experiments, as well maintaining basic day-to-day operations in the lab. The Research Associate will supervise undergraduate workers and volunteers in the lab. The Research Associate will also have the opportunity to complete molecular biology experiments including PCR, qPCR, and Western blotting, as well as analyze data.

The duties include, but are not limited to: Drosophila husbandry, media production, and stock maintenance. Supervise undergraduate students on their Drosophilia health projects. Longevity, stress assays, health assays. PCR, qPCR, Western blotting. Analysis of experimental data collected in R. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science or clinical laboratory particularly clinical trial research. OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Master's degree in biology or related field and experience in molecular biology and statistical analyses is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. Must have a basic understanding of laboratory techniques. SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Must have a high level of organizational skills. ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must be highly motivated.

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required). Salary Minimum: $45,400 annually. Pay Band: B8 Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. 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 [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

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