Research Associate-MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 45,400 - 56,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vacation time

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Augusta University seeks a laboratory professional to perform research related to cancer and heart disease. Responsibilities include designing examinations, assisting with publications, and mentoring junior members.

A Master's degree in a relevant field is required, with strong communication skills and the ability to maintain an organized lab environment. The position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and perform examinations of specimens.
• Assist PI with writing publications and grant applications.
• Mentor junior lab members.
• Maintain a safe and organized laboratory.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 3 years experience

Job description

Location

Augusta University

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

Our 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. 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 laboratory work related to studies in cancer and heart disease. Maintains research database, communicates well with other laboratory members, and works well as part of a team. Assists with ordering supplies and maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform a variety of examinations of specimens for the presence of diseases and pathological conditions. Prepare culture media. Incubate and culture bacteria, stain slides, perform molecular biology techniques, electrophoresis, and work with experimental animals.
• Assist PI with writing publications and grant applications.
• Mentor junior members in the lab.
• 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.
• 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

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines despite often interruptions, maintain confidentiality, keep accurate records and make independent decisions.

Shift, Salary, and Benefits

• Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the standard business hours may be required)
• Pay Band: B8
• Salary: $45,400/annually – $56,700/annually (Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range – generally minimum‑midpoint of the position)
• This position is (fully) funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
• Recruitment Period: Until Filled
• Benefits: 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 after 6 months may 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, the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for positions of trust or approved departmental purchase card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving an Augusta University vehicle. For faculty hires, final candidates must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and post‑secondary coursework in the form of original transcripts, and foreign‑trained candidates must provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive 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.