Research Associate, Molecular & Cellular Biology

University System of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Augusta University seeks a Research Associate to support the GCC-Georgia Cancer Center in mammalian cell culture, molecular analysis, and animal studies. You will assist in experimental planning, data collection, and collaboration with principal investigators to push cancer research forward.

Responsibilities include lab inventory, record keeping, and presenting findings at meetings. A strong biology background and hands-on lab skills are essential for success in this role in Augusta, GA.

Qualifications

• Molecular and cellular biology laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with research compliance and documentation.
• Hands-on lab skills in mammalian systems and related techniques.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project planning and develop research protocols.
• Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments including animal work and genotyping.
• Coordinate literature reviews and present findings at meetings.
• Advise investigators on techniques and experimental approaches.
• Manage supplies, inventory, and lab records.
• Maintain biosafety and chemical protocols and ensure cleanliness.
• Attend lab meetings and contribute to scientific directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Animal studies

Western blot

PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Genotyping

Flow cytometry

Education

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

Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of research/clinical experience

Job description

Augusta University seeks a Research Associate to support the GCC-Georgia Cancer Center in mammalian cell culture, molecular analysis, and animal studies. You will assist in experimental planning, data collection, and collaboration with principal investigators to push cancer research forward.

Responsibilities include lab inventory, record keeping, and presenting findings at meetings. A strong biology background and hands-on lab skills are essential for success in this role in Augusta, GA.