Postdoctoral Fellow -MCG-Vascular Biology Center

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Augusta University seeks a senior biomedical researcher to conduct and support advanced studies focused on vascular biology and cardiovascular disease. The role involves in vivo animal models, cell culture, molecular biology, histology, imaging and computational analyses.

You will design experiments, supervise procedures, interpret complex data, and contribute to publications and grant activities within a collaborative lab environment.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and analyze experiments; perform qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and review colleagues' work.
• Advise investigators, postdocs, students and other researchers on techniques and procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot scientific equipment including microscopes and related analytic tools.
• Participate in project planning and develop research protocols.
• Review scientific literature and summarize findings; present at meetings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Research skills

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent

Tools

Immunoblotting

Immunoprecipitation

Transfection

Cloning

Immunohistochemistry

Immunofluorescence

Fluorescence microscopy

Histology

Job description

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 https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

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 https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php 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 https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office 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 https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University -

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

Researching Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hypertension, Diabetes... With the increasing frequency of obesity and diabetes, especially in Georgia, cardiovascular disease is reaching epidemic proportions. The Vascular Biology Center at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University knows the demand is high for new and better treatments. Our internationally recognized team of research experts have one goal - to make breakthroughs in the prevention and treatment of disease so that we all may live longer, healthier lives.

Job Summary

Conduct and support advanced biomedical research within an assigned laboratory, with a focus on vascular biology and cardiovascular disease. The position will involve planning and performing independent and collaborative research studies using a broad range of in vivo animal models, in vitro cell culture and molecular biology techniques, histological and imaging approaches, and bioinformatics/computational analyses. Responsibilities include experimental design, animal experimentation, cell culture, molecular and cellular assays, microscopy and tissue analysis, data acquisition and statistical analysis, and interpretation and integration of complex research findings.

Responsibilities

• EXPERIMENTS: Conduct research and analyze results of experiments and procedures using manual or computer techniques and, if necessary, develop special computer programs to facilitate qualitative and quantitative analysis. Teach and participate in complex macro- and micro serological, histologic and cell culture procedures.
• ARTICLES: Compose articles for publication in scientific journals. Review articles prepared by others.
• ADVISE RESEARCH PERSONNEL: Advise principal investigators, other postdocs, students and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures and other technological aspects of research activities.
• MAINTAIN SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT: Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate microscopes, computer-linked analytical equipment, dedicated computers and other complex scientific equipment. Instruct others in operation of equipment.
• PROJECT PLANNING: Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines.
• LITERATURE: Coordinate and participate in the research of scientific literature; summarize and evaluate findings. Develop derivative applications of techniques developed by own research activities or reported by other research projects. Presents findings at scientific meetings locally, nationally and internationally.
• OTHER: Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

MD, Ph.D., MD/PhD, or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

D em demonstrated research experience in a biomedical research environment and the ability to conduct research independently with general supervision and to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary laboratory. Strong research experience in vascular biology, cardiovascular disease, molecular & cellular biology, inflammation, redox biology, cell signaling, transcriptional or posttranslational regulation, or related fields. Experience with multiple experimental approaches, including in vivo animal models & procedures, cell culture, molecular biology, RNA & protein analysis, immunoblotting, immunoprecipitation, transfection, cloning, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence, fluorescence and/or advanced microscopy, histological analysis, animal breeding, genotyping, bioinformatics, computational analysis, transcriptomic or spatial omics datasets, statistical analysis, quantitative image analysis, integration of high-dimensional biological data. Experience with experimental design, data visualization, manuscript preparation, scientific presentations, grant writing.

Preferred Experience

Previous research experiences in mouse models of animal models of cardiovascular disease such as atherosclerosis, hypertension and abdominal aortic aneurysms are desirable. Candidates with strong background in cell/molecular biology are preferred (e.g. transcriptional regulation/signaling pathways/non-coding RNAs using multiple experimental techniques including cell culture, RNA analysis, chromatin immunoprecipitation, Western blot, immunoprecipitation and immunohistochemistry analyses).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Skills Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Abilities Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to complete work and to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently with only general supervision. Willingness and ability to work with research animals.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

This position is (fully/partially) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.

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.

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.

Other Information

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.