Research Associate II - Immunology & Vaccine Studies

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a full-time Research Associate II at the VetMed-Vaccines & Immun Ctr. The role includes performing laboratory experiments, tissue culture, and processing microbial samples, with responsibilities in data analysis and maintaining laboratory notebooks.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field and at least 2 years of professional experience. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are vital for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Biology, microbiology, immunology, or biochemistry with 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments including tissue culture and cell line maintenance.
• Process microbial samples and conduct animal studies under BSLII+ conditions.
• Maintain records of experimental procedures in electronic notebooks.
• Interpret and present data effectively.
• Assist in training other technical support staff.

Skills

Tissue culture techniques

Cell line maintenance

Monoclonal antibody/protein preparation

Microbiological techniques

Analytical skills

Electronic laboratory notebooks

Effective communication

Laboratory safety compliance

Team-based research collaboration

Training junior staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a full-time Research Associate II at the VetMed-Vaccines & Immun Ctr. The role includes performing laboratory experiments, tissue culture, and processing microbial samples, with responsibilities in data analysis and maintaining laboratory notebooks.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field and at least 2 years of professional experience. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are vital for success in this position.