"Research Associate - Biology"

Job Details

Job Title: Research Associate - Biology

Location: Augusta University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 286606

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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 Associate will be mainly in charge of carrying out Drosophila health and longevity experiments, as well maintaining basic day-to-day operations in the lab. The Research Associate will supervise undergraduate workers and volunteers in the lab. The Research Associate will also have the opportunity to complete molecular biology experiments including PCR, qPCR, and Western blotting, as well as analyze data.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Drosophila husbandry, media production, and stock maintenance.
• Supervise undergraduate students on their Drosophilia health projects.
• Longevity, stress assays, health assays.
• PCR, qPCR, Western blotting.
• Analysis of experimental data collected in R.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master'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 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 and a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in biology or related field and experience in molecular biology and statistical analyses is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Must have a basic understanding of laboratory techniques.

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Must have a high level of organizational skills.

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must be highly motivated.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
Salary Minimum: $45,400 annually.
Pay Band: B8
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

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Conditions of Employment

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

How To Apply

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Search for Job ID:286606.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.
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