"Research Technician - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine"

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

College/Department Information

The Department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine is charged with conducting high-impact original biomedical research and translating the findings to clinical applications, and in educating future physicians and researchers. Our research addresses fundamental questions in basic and translational neuroscience, particularly in neuronal degeneration and regeneration.

Department website: https://www.augusta.edu/mcg/dnrm/

Medical College of Georgia (MCG) website: https://www.augusta.edu/mcg/index.php

Job Summary

Responsibilities include carrying out behavioral tests, performing immunohistochemistry, PCR, real time PCR, western blotting, tissue culture, brain surgeries, behavioral testing, and microscopic analysis; maintaining detailed records; coordinating and participating in research of scientific literature; summarizing and evaluating findings; and general lab management.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, visual acuity, and fine motor control.

Abilities: Ability to maintain confidentiality; able to write legibly, work safely around biological materials, wash glassware, handle sharps, remember storage locations, monitor lab inventory, and maintain a set schedule. Research involves animal models, so sensitivity to smells is required.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required). Pay Band: B4. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement options, vacation time, sick leave, paid holidays, and potential tuition assistance.

Conditions of Employment: All candidates must pass a Background Check. Other details as per university policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply: Search for Job ID: 275978 on the Augusta University HR jobs page.