Postdoctoral Research Assoc

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their research team. The role involves significant research responsibilities alongside some formal instructional duties. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field and exhibit strong skills in protein purification and data analysis.

This position is essential for those seeking a full-time career in academia or other sectors, and includes responsibilities such as creating knockout cell lines, working with mass spectrometry, and supervising laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate required, usually recently.
• Experience in protein purification methods and data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cloning, mutagenesis, purification and characterization of proteins.
• Creation and characterization of knockout cell lines and animal models.
• Assisting with affinity purification studies and mass spectrometry data analysis.
• Communicate regularly with the principal investigator.
• Assist with daily laboratory operations and supervision.

Skills

Protein purification and characterization

Molecular cloning

Data analysis

Laboratory supervision

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in a related field

Job description

Position Summary

The assigned responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Research Associate are predominantly research and/or scholarship but may combine these responsibilities with significant (no more than 50%) formal instructional responsibilities. The appointment can be full time or limited term, and is viewed as preparatory for a full-time career in academia, industry, government, or the non-profit sector.

Minimum Qualifications

The appointee has received a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.V.M., Sc.D., M.D., PharmD), usually recently, in a field directly related to the appointee's assigned responsibilities.

Other Requirements

The successful candidate would have to provide proof of a valid driver's license when offered employment.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Cloning, mutagenesis, purification and characterization of proteins
• Creation and characterization of knockout cell lines and animal models
• Assisting with affinity purification studies and mass spectrometry data analysis
• Communicating regularly and in a timely fashion with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the operation of the laboratory
• Assisting with the daily operations of the laboratory
• Assisting with the supervision of the other members of the laboratory
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Sitting/standing long periods of time

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.