Assistant Research Scientist/Research Scientist/Principal Research Scientist-Immunology Center

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Georgia, Immunology Center of Georgia at Augusta University seeks a faculty member to join as Assistant Research Scientist, Research Scientist, or Principal Research Scientist and to also serve as Director of the Core iPSC and Organoid Facility. The role combines scientific leadership with operational management and budget oversight.

You will lead iPSC platforms, organoid engineering, and translational applications, collaborating across disciplines while guiding

Qualifications

• PhD in immunology, stem cell biology, or a related field.
• Significant leadership and translational research experience.
• Proven track record in strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision: Formulate and execute the strategic direction for the Core iPSC and Organoid Facility to support cutting-edge institutional research.
• Model Innovation: Oversee the design, validation, and optimization of robust iPSC, organoid, and advanced cellular models.
• Technology Integration: Identify, evaluate, and integrate emerging platforms and methodologies to continuously elevate core capabilities.
• Expert Consultation: Provide high-level scientific guidance to principal investigators on experimental design, platform selection, and downstream applications.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stem cell biology

Organoid engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Operations management

Budget management

Education

PhD in immunology or stem cell biology

Tools

Laboratory management software

Job description

Assistant Research Scientist/Research Scientist/Principal Research Scientist-Immunology Center

Job ID: 303775

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

Job ID 303775

Position # 40117447

The Medical College of Georgia, Immunology Center of Georgia at Augusta University is currently seeking a faculty member as an Assistant Research Scientist, Research Scientist, or a Principal Research Scientist, who will also hold an administrative post as the Director of the Core iPSC and Organoid Facility. The faculty member will provide overarching executive leadership, scientific guidance, and operational management across induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) platforms, 3D organoid engineering, organ-on-chip, functional genome editing, and state-of-the-art cell culture applications. The ideal candidate is a distinguished scientist possessing deep expertise in stem cell biology, organoid engineering, and translational applications. They will demonstrate a proven track record of strategic leadership, operational management, and cross-functional collaboration within complex research environments. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

Scientific Leadership

• Strategic Vision: Formulate and execute the strategic direction for the Core iPSC and Organoid Facility to support cutting-edge institutional research.
• Model Innovation: Oversee the design, validation, and optimization of robust iPSC, organoid, and advanced cellular models.
• Technology Integration: Identify, evaluate, and integrate emerging platforms and methodologies to continuously elevate core capabilities.
• Expert Consultation: Provide high-level scientific guidance to principal investigators on experimental design, platform selection, and downstream applications.

Operational Management

• Core Administration: Direct all day-to-day administrative and technical operations of the core facility.
• SOP Governance: Standardize and maintain rigorous Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure operational consistency.
• Workflow Optimization: Manage laboratory workflows, scheduling, project pipelines, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
• Financial Stewardship: Oversee budget management, cost-recovery models, pricing structures, and procurement processes.
• Asset Management: Ensure the proactive maintenance, calibration, and optimal utilization of specialized instrumentation.

Personnel Leadership & Development

• Talent Management: Recruit, mentor, and evaluate technical staff to foster a high performance workforce.
• Culture: Cultivate a collaborative and innovation-driven team culture.
• Professional Growth: Promote continuous learning, professional