Postdoctoral Fellow - Cellular Biology & Anatomy

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities. Our mission and values can be found at https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php. The University System of Georgia supports Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect as outlined in Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct and Freedom of Expression in Board Policy 6.5 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University: Health Sciences Campus at 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912; Summerville Campus at 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia's Department of Cellular Biology and Anatomy focuses on research in areas such as autophagy, apoptosis, bone metabolism, and more. The core mission is to advance research and education.

Job Summary

A training position for aging research (Alzheimer's) in Dr. Xingjun Fan's laboratory, involving technologies like CRISPR/Cas9 and high-resolution imaging. Responsibilities include planning and executing experiments, analyzing data, and publishing results.

Responsibilities

• PROJECT PLANNING: Participate in project planning and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• ANALYZE: Analyze experiment results using computer techniques and perform various analyses related to aging research.
• COORDINATE/PARTICIPATE: Coordinate research, summarize findings, and present at scientific meetings.
• COMPOSE: Compose articles for scientific journals and review others' articles.
• SUPERVISE/COORDINATE ACTIVITIES: Supervise students and research personnel, advising on techniques.
• CALIBRATE/TROUBLESHOOT: Calibrate and operate scientific equipment.
• OTHER: Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. and/or M.D. from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with mouse colonies, imaging, and experiment planning/execution.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge in aging research; proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to work independently.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days, Monday - Friday. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, retirement, vacation, and more.

Conditions of Employment

All candidates must pass a Background Check and adhere to confidentiality policies.

Other Information

This position promotes a customer-friendly environment. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment and an equal opportunity employer.

How To Apply

Search for Job ID: 280998 at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/. Apply via the provided link.