Assistant Research Scientist/Research Scientist/Principal Research Scientist-Georgia Cancer Center

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Augusta University

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The Gia Cancer Center at Augusta University is currently seeking a faculty member as an Assistant Research Scientist, Research Scientist, or a Principal Research Scientist. The scientist will work both independently and collaboratively with the PI to investigate the mechanisms of cancer and other diseases, with a particular focus on protein folding and dynamics, proteinprotein interactions, and intrinsically disordered proteins. The scientist will also contribute to the screening and development of small moleculesincluding covalent and noncovalent inhibitors, proteolysistargeting chimeras (PROTACs), molecular glue degraders (MGDs), and other novel degraders and modulators for the treatment of cancer, vascular diseases, autoimmune disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

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Study protein folding and dynamics, proteinprotein interactions, and intrinsically disordered proteins

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Produce rbinant proteins and antibodies

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Screen and evaluate small molecule inhibitors and degraders that selectively target proteins involved in cancer and other diseases

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Characterize novel E ligase ligands, protein degraders, chemical probes, and small molecule ligands.

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Lead the development and optimization of novel chemical biology, biochemical, and biophysical assays

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Prepare and write research manuscripts; assist the PI with grant proposals and reports.

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Conduct genomewide CRISPR screens to study mechanisms and support drug development efforts.

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Assist the PI with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students

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Perform general lab maintenance and maintain key laboratory instruments.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or an equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in two or more of the following areas cell biology, chemical biology, bioinformatics, D cell culture, and highthroughput CRISPR or drug screening. Experience with the operation and maintenance of advanced instrumentation such as the Echo liquid handler or mass spectrometry systemsis highly preferred.

ShiftSalaryBenefits

This position is fiscal year based and works yearround.

The intended workmitment or fulltime equivalent (FTE) for this position is . and considered fulltime.

Salary andpensation ismensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and

Also, our fulltime employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

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CollegeDepartment Information

The Medical College of Gia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third and fourthyear students across the state, and two fouryear campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Gia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Gia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Gia currently provide more than sites w students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, fromplex care hospitals to smalltown solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to approximately residents and fellows in different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Educationapproved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Gia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also their expertise with physicians and patients at about clinics and hospitals statewide.

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Augusta University is Gia'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 , students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Gia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Gia's only public academic health center, w groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Gia, and worldclass clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values saugusta.eduaboutmission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

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Location

Our Health Sciences Campus

th Street, Augusta, GA

Conditions of Employment

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

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties the candidate will also need to have a credit checkpleted for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires Final candidates will be required to provide proof ofpleted academic degree(s) as well as postsecondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educationalcredential evaluation.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer weing applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.