Senior Research Associate - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine

Clayton State University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Research Associate in Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine. This role involves conducting high-impact biomedical research, developing research protocols, and analyzing data to translate findings into clinical applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in relevant sciences and experience in research settings, particularly in clinical trials. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing healthcare and education while enjoying a supportive work environment that values innovation and collaboration. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of neuroscience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance Program

Earned Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in relevant fields with research experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and research-related software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project planning and development of research protocols.
• Conduct experiments and analyze results using various techniques.
• Compose articles for publication and advise research personnel.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Multi-tasking

Prioritization Skills

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Statistical Software

Job description

Senior Research Associate - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine

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 10,500 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 make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The Department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine is charged with conducting high-impact original biomedical research and translating the findings to clinical applications, and in educating future physicians and researchers. Our research addresses fundamental questions in basic and translational neuroscience, particularly in neuronal degeneration and regeneration.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Project Planning: 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 complex chemical, biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, statistical/computational and dissection procedures. Techniques include, but are not limited to, use of transgenic mouse models, mouse surgery, western blotting, immunostaining, qRT-PCR, CHIP assay, immunofluorescence and confocal imaging.
2. Research Data Collection: Participate in research data collection and documentation within relevant guidelines and protocols; develop and evaluate new research techniques and procedures; Analyze results of experiments and procedures using manual or computer techniques and, if necessary, develop special computer programs to facilitate analysis.
3. Articles: Compose articles for publication in scientific journals; review articles prepared by others.
4. Supervisor Duties: Advise principal investigators, other postdocs, students and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures and other technological aspects of research activities. Will assist the PI with supervision of undergraduate students and graduate students.
5. Experiments: Will perform experiments using acute and chronic stress models, transgenic mouse models and high-fat diet model, performing behavioral tests evaluating depression, anxiety, PTSD, learning and memory. Coordinate and participate in research of scientific literature; summarize and evaluate findings; develop derivative applications of techniques developed by own research activities or reported by other research projects.
6. Other: Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree 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 two years of 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 with a minimum of five years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical, multi-tasking and prioritization skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Pay Band: B9

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

Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

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

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.

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. Consider applying with us today!

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.

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