"Research Assistant"

Research Assistant

Job ID: 295337

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care... Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

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 College of Science and Mathematics provides students with strong foundations in the sciences...

Job Summary

The research assistant will support a biophysical chemistry research laboratory focused on understanding the cellular functions involving proteins and lipids and relevant development of biomaterials. The position will assist with experimental preparation, spectroscopic measurements, data analysis, and routine laboratory operations...

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Research Support and Experimental Work

Assists with preparation and execution of experiments...

Data Analysis and Documentation

Assists with processing, organizing, and analyzing research data...

Laboratory Operations and Safety

Supports day-to-day laboratory operations...

Training and Collaboration

Assists in training and mentoring undergraduate researchers...

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology... OR Associate's degree... and a minimum of three years' experience...

Preferred Qualifications

Prior laboratory or research experience, particularly in chemistry, physical chemistry, biophysics...

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
The position will make independent decisions related to routine laboratory tasks...

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of infrared spectroscopy, transient spectroscopy, protein structure and lipid functions.

SKILLS
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F
Pay Band: B5
Salary Range: $17.88/hourly - $19.23/hourly