Life Science Research Associate - Malaria & Vector Studies

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Research Professional-Pathak in the Vet Med-Infectious Diseases department. This role supports malaria parasite life-cycle work using mosquito and mouse models, and contributes to data collection and analysis across projects.

You will maintain colonies, perform infections, organize datasets, and collaborate with faculty and lab personnel to advance objectives. Some evenings or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of science.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor mosquito and mouse colonies.
• Conduct infection-related procedures and observations.
• Collect and organize research data for analysis and reporting.
• Contribute to ongoing research projects with faculty and lab staff.
• Perform research support activities to advance project objectives.

Skills

Team collaboration

Mosquito colony maintenance

Mouse handling

Microscopy

PCR

Data analysis

R

Python

Data management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field of science

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Research Professional-Pathak in the Vet Med-Infectious Diseases department. This role supports malaria parasite life-cycle work using mosquito and mouse models, and contributes to data collection and analysis across projects.

You will maintain colonies, perform infections, organize datasets, and collaborate with faculty and lab personnel to advance objectives. Some evenings or weekends may be required.