Research Assistant - Biological Sciences

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance Program

13 paid holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Research Assistant to organize and maintain a research laboratory, manage Drosophila stocks, and support molecular biology work. Training will be provided, and supervision of undergraduate researchers is included.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Associate’s degree with relevant experience, strong organization, and ability to work independently. Salary is competitive with day shifts and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science with research/clinical experience.
• OR Associate's degree in related field with minimum of three years experience in a research or clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Drosophila husbandry and maintenance.
• General laboratory maintenance.
• Supervision of undergraduate researchers.
• Molecular and cell biology techniques.
• Research Project Management.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Scientific documentation

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree + 3 years experience

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'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

Job Summary

The Research Assistant will be responsible for organizing and maintaining a research laboratory.Maintaining Drosophila stocks and performing experiments using the Drosophila model system, but training will be provided. Work with molecular biology techniques and data analysis is also preferred and training will be provided.The Research Assistant will also supervise undergraduate researchers, including both paid student workers and students conducting research for academic credit.

Responsibilities

• Drosophila husbandry and maintenance.
• General laboratory maintenance.
• Supervision of undergraduate researchers.
• Molecular and cell biology techniques.
• Research Project Management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in a research or clinical setting.
• OR
• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, social sciences, natural sciences, life, health care, or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years experience in a research or clinical area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory techniques, data collection, data analysis, scientific documentation, or related activities is preferred.Relevant laboratory, research, or experimental experience may be gained through academic coursework, course-based research projects, laboratory courses, or other related educational experiences.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to use sound judgement and work independently.
• Must be highly motivated.
• Must have a basic understanding of laboratory techniques. Have basic understanding of Microsoft Suite programs or other computer software/databases.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Detailed oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

• Shift: Days/M-F
• Pay Band: B5
• Salary Range: $18.85/hourly - $19.52/hourly
• Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
• Recruitment Period: 9/23/26 - 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.