"Postdoctoral Fellow - Immunology Center of Georgia"

Job Summary

Located at the Immunology Center of Georgia, applies in-silico as well as in-vitro and in-vivo methods to further unravel the genetics of cardiovascular diseases. We have a large dataset and are engaged in large networks of national and international collaborations like CARDIoGRAMplusC4D, Leducq, and others, and actively participate in data and sample exchange.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY: Interested or have a good command of bioinformatics or computational biology.
• WRITING: Preparing written and oral presentations of results for the team and the public.
• ELUCIDATION: Collaborating with computational and wet-lab biologists for mechanism elucidation.
• GENETICS: Genetics and biology of cardiovascular diseases.
• GWAS: Application of GWAS, molecular QTL, precision medicine, Single-cell RNA and ATACseq, Single-cell CRISPR screening techniques.
• MENTOR: Mentor of staff and students.
• MANAGING DATA: Maintaining and organizing large amounts of genetic data and summary statistics.
• OTHER: Perform other related duties incidental to work described herein.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

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

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

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 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

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