Research Associate GCC-Georgia Cancer Center

University System of Georgia; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Teachers Retirement System (or ORP)

Earned vacation time

Sick leave

13 paid holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Research Associate at the GCC-Georgia Cancer Center in Augusta, GA. The role involves mammalian cell culture, project planning, and performing a range of molecular biology experiments under the supervision of the PI.

The candidate will manage supplies, assist with protocol development, and participate in meetings to discuss results and future directions. A strong background in chemistry/biology with relevant research experience is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related field with research/clinical experience.
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related field with a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project planning and development of research protocols.
• Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments including animal work, genotyping, real-time PCR, Western blot and immunohistochemistry.
• Coordinate literature review and present findings at meetings.
• Maintain laboratory records, inventory and compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist PI with procurement, equipment maintenance, and daily lab operations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in chemistry/biology/biochemistry/cell biology or related field

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biology/biochemistry/cell biology or related field with 3+ years research/clinical experience

Job description

Research Associate GCC-Georgia Cancer Center

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.

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

Job Summary

Laboratory research involves research animals, mice strains. Mammalian cell culture, preparation for biochemical analysis. Laboratory maintenance such as inventory, upkeep, assisting other researchers in the laboratory on their experiments. Assisting the PI with compliance documents such as chemicals inventory, waste disposal, etc. Ordering, receiving the ordered item, etc. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

The duties include but are not limited to:

EXPERIMENTS AND PROJECTS: Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines. Perform a variety of experimental studies including molecular and cellular biology experiments. Experiments may include but not be limited to performing animal works, microinjection, genotyping, western blot, real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry and various microscopy and imaging techniques. Coordinate and participate in research of scientific literature; Summarize and evaluate findings; Presents findings at scientific meetings locally, nationally, and internationally. Compose articles for publication in scientific journals; Advise principal investigators and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures, and other technological aspects of research activities.

MANAGEMENT OF SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT: Determining needed new supplies and equipment, making responsible purchasing decisions, placing orders, maintaining computer database and hard copies for inventory (e.g. chemicals, supplies, frozen tissue and protein samples, antibodies, etc.) and equipment service records, keeping laboratory equipment functional, preparation /update of animal use, biosafety and chemical protocols, and coordinating daily operation and cleanliness of the laboratory. Maintain laboratory record keeping, laboratory supplies inventory.

RESEARCH PROTOCOLS: Participate in project planning and development of research protocols.

MEETINGS: Attend lab meetings and discuss results, offer opinions and insight on technical problem solving and future scientific directions.

OTHER: Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science or clinical laboratory particularly clinical trial research.

OR

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

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in molecular and cell biology and animal studies using the following techniques: gene cloning, expression and knockdown, RTPCR and Q-PCR, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitation, mammalian tissue culture and transfection, cell proliferation and death assays, flow cytometry, maintaining mouse lines and genotyping. Three years' research experience in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology, pharmacology or in allied health science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned, and experience in a research or basic science laboratory. Other previous experience with different laboratory research techniques and/or lab management would be a great advantage.

Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.

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

Pay Band: B8

Salary: $45,400.00/annually-$56,700.00/annually

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

Recruitment Period: 10/12/26 -Until Filled

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.

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• life insurance
• Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
• earned vacation time
• sick leave
• 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.

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