Research Associate- MCG-Immunology Center of GA

Job Summary

Performs laboratory work related to studies in T cell immunology and cancer immunotherapy (i.e. CAR-T and TCR-T or TIL therapy). Maintains mouse colony (including genotyping) and research database, communicates well with other laboratory members, and works well as part of a team. Assists with ordering supplies and maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform a variety of molecular biological, biochemical, and immunological assays (gene constructs, PCR analysis, western blots, flow cytometry, ELISA etc.) This will include but is not limited to preparing culture media, incubate and culture human and mouse cell lines, perform molecular biology techniques, perform flow cytometry techniques and analysis, and work with experimental animals.
• Supervise junior members in the lab
• Assist PI for writing publications and grant applications

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 of research and/or clinical experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

SKILLS
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, multi-tasking, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

ABILITIES
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines despite often interruptions, keep accurate records, and make independent decisions.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).
Salary: $45,400-$56,700 annually.
Pay Band: B8
This position is funded through external sources. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of these funds.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

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 Immunology Center of Georgia (IMMCG) represents a new initiative by the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University to leverage the ability of the immune system to combat disease. The IMMCG will accomplish this by assembling teams of biomedical researchers with strong records of scientific innovation and technological development. The IMMCG will be co-directed by world-class immunologists Drs. Catherine 'Lynn' Hedrick and Klaus Ley, both of whom have made major discoveries linking immune cells to specific mechanisms of disease. The goal of the IMMCG is to produce novel and effective treatments for conditions that heavily impact the communities of Georgia and the United States. The new center is aggressively recruiting faculty and staff to lead projects focused on cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders, autoimmune and infectious disease, neurodegenerative disease and cancer.