"Research Assistant- MCG Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine"

Job Summary

A position designed to learn through engagement in an advanced level of scientific technical and administrative work in support of research efforts in the Wang laboratory. Participate in research data collection and documentation within relevant guidelines and protocols; develop and evaluate new research techniques and procedures; maintain lab equipment and supervise and coordinate lab personnel and activities. Perform a variety of complex experiments and execute lab management duties.

Responsibilities

Experimental studies
Perform a variety of experimental studies including cell biology, molecular biology, pathology, pharmacology and behavioral experiments under guidance. Experiments may include but not be limited to animal behavioral testing, genotyping, ELISA, immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence, and collection of tissues. Taking images using various microscopes and imaging scanners. Maintain and update spreadsheets, documenting results.

Maintains mouse colonies and inventories
Maintains mouse colonies and inventories. Coordinates with all members of the lab and the PI to keep track of which mouse strains are currently in use or will be required for research projects. Coordinate and perform treatment and testing of mice.

Manages continuous operation of the research laboratory
Manages continuous operation of the research laboratory, orders supplies and animals as necessary, keeps track of costs, expenses and delivered goods/supplies, updates spreadsheets documenting lab supply and chemical inventories.

Coordinate activities of students
Coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants and other research personnel engaged in research activities and/or related laboratory work. Assist postdocs, students and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures and other technological aspects of research activities.

Other
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

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 and experience in a research or clinical setting. OR Associate 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 and a minimum of three years of experience in a research, basic science, or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.
ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use sound judgement and work independently.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
Salary: $17.88-$21.92 per hour.
Pay Band: B5
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.