Research Assistant - Biological Sciences at Augusta University Augusta, GA

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 20,320 - 28,941; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a full-time research assistant for its neuroscience research laboratory. The role involves managing lab operations, overseeing undergraduate researchers, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The candidate should have a relevant degree and experience in research settings. Additional responsibilities include frog colony care and data collection.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage starting at $17.88, with additional benefits including health insurance and a tuition assistance program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field.
• Associate's degree with a minimum of three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory safety and compliance.
• Supervise undergraduate researchers.
• Care for frog colonies.

Skills

Molecular and histological techniques

Data management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Associate's degree with experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 289499

Location: Augusta University

Full Time

Job Summary

The research assistant will be responsible for organizing and maintaining a neuroscience research laboratory specializing in neural systems and behavior. The research assistant will assist with laboratory safety and compliance, frog colony care, protocol development, and data collection and analysis. The research assistant will also manage research projects and supervise undergraduate students, both paid workers and those seeking credit hours. Experience with cell and molecular laboratory techniques, data analysis, and animal care is preferred, but training will be provided. The incumbent will supervise undergraduate researchers and animal caretakers, but no full‑time employees.

Responsibilities

• General Lab Management; organization, protocol development, safety, and compliance.
• Supervision of undergraduate researchers.
• Molecular and histological techniques.
• Research project management.
• Frog Colony Care.
• Other related duties as assigned.

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.
• 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 of experience in a research or clinical area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Biology/neuroscience or equivalent.
• Familiarity with wet lab techniques and data management.
• Experience in animal care, histology, molecular biology, and statistical analyses.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge: Knowledge of wet lab techniques and data management. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Abilities: Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required). Salary Minimum: $17.88 per hour. Pay Band: B5 Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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