Research Associate- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); Sur place; USD 45 400 - 56 700; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

A public academic health center seeks a Research Associate to conduct Bioinformatics analyses in cardiovascular genomics. Candidates should hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in a related field with relevant experience. This role involves team collaboration, maintaining research databases, and preparing presentations of findings. The position offers a salary range of $45,400 - $56,700 and various health and retirement benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Bachelor's with minimum three years of relevant experience in research.
• Experience in basic science or clinical laboratory research.

Responsabilités

• Perform Bioinformatics analyses in cardiovascular genomics.
• Maintain research database and collaborate with team members.
• Prepare presentations of results for public dissemination.

Connaissances

Excellent interpersonal communication

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Formation

Master's degree in a relevant field

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 3 years experience

Description du poste

Job Title

Research Associate- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Location

Augusta University

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Job ID

293708

Overview

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.

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.

Campus Locations

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

Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

The Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG) represents a new initiative by the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University to leverage the ability of the immune system to combat disease. The IMMCG will accomplish this by assembling teams of biomedical researchers with strong records of scientific innovation and technological development. The IMMCG will be co‑directed by world‑class immunologists Drs. Catherine, Lynn, Hedrick and Klaus Ley, both of whom have made major discoveries linking immune cells to specific mechanisms of disease. The goal of the IMMCG is to produce novel and effective treatments for conditions that heavily impact the communities of Georgia and the United States. The new center is aggressively recruiting faculty and staff to lead projects focused on cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders, autoimmune and infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease and cancer.

Job Summary

Performs work related to Bioinformatics analyses in the field of cardiovascular.

Dr. Redouane Aherrahrou Lab

In this role, you will work under the leadership of Dr. Redouane Aherrahrou.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform Bioinformatics analyses in the field of cardiovascular genomics, such as GWAS, molecular QTL, drug screening, biomarker identification, precision medicine, Single‑cell RNA and ATACseq, and Single‑cell CRISPR screening techniques.
• Maintain research database, communicate well with other laboratory members, and work well as part of a team.
• Collaborate with computational and wet‑lab biologists for mechanism elucidation.
• Prepare written and oral presentations of results for the team and the public.
• Maintain and organize large amounts of genetic data and summary statistics.
• Supervise junior members in the lab.
• Assist PI for writing publications and grant applications.
• Perform all other job‑related duties as assigned by PI.

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 of research and/or clinical experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented.

Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift / Salary / Benefits

• Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
• Salary: $45,400 - $56,700 annually.
• Pay Band: B8
• Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum‑midpoint) of the position.
• This position is (fully/partially) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
• Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefit‑eligible employees and some of our half‑time (or more) employees.

• Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan).
• Earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
• 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.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/Search for Job ID: 293708.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.

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