Postdoctoral Fellow MCG-Vascular Biology Center

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Augusta University in Augusta, GA is seeking a researcher to investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms of vascular remodeling and cardiovascular disease. The work integrates human vascular specimens with mouse models and uses single-cell sequencing, ATAC-seq, spatial transcriptomics, and CUT&Tag to define disease-related cell states.

Responsibilities include designing rigorous experiments, analyzing data, presenting findings at conferences, and publishing high-quality manuscripts.

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or MD/PhD or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in vascular biology and mouse models is preferred.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS OF EXPERIMENTS: conduct and analyze results using manual or computer techniques and develop programs if needed.
• PROJECTS: participate in planning and development of research protocols with adherence to guidelines.
• SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE: review literature, summarize findings, and present at meetings.
• PUBLICATIONS: contribute to articles for journals and review others' work.
• ADVISING: guide investigators, postdocs, students, and staff on techniques.
• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: calibrate and operate microscopes and specialized equipment.
• OTHER: perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

Investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms of vascular remodeling and cardiovascular disease, with a focus on vascular smooth muscle cells and fibroblasts in aortic aneurysm and arteriovenous fistula remodeling. Research integrates human vascular specimens with genetically engineered mouse models and innovative approaches including single-cell/single-nucleus RNA-seq and ATAC-seq, CUT&Tag, spatial transcriptomics, lineage tracing, and advanced molecular and cellular biology to define disease-associated vascular cell states and underlying regulatory mechanisms. Responsibilities include designing and performing rigorous experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, participating actively in scientific discussions, and communicating findings through presentations and manuscripts. Candidates are expected to present at national/international conferences and develop high-quality publications.

Responsibilities

• RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS OF 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 microserological, histologic, and cell culture procedures.
• PROJECTS: Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines.
• SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE: Coordinate and participate in 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.
• PUBLICATIONS: Compose articles for publication in scientific journals. Review articles prepared by others.
• ADVISING: Advise principal investigators, other postdocs, students and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures, and other technological aspects of research activities.
• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate microscopes, computer-linked analytical equipment, dedicated computers and other complex scientific equipment; instruct others in operation of equipment.
• OTHER: Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in vascular biology and mouse models.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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 resources. 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.