Research Associate - Vascular Biology Center

Research Associate Vascular Biology Center

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Augusta University

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Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus th Street, Augusta, GA

Our Summerville Campus Walton Way, Augusta, GA

CollegeDepartment Information

Researching Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hypertension, Diabetes... With the increasing frequency of obesity and diabetes, especially in Gia, cardiovascular disease is reaching epidemic proportions. The Vascular Biology Center at the Medical College of Gia at Augusta University knows the demand is high for new and better treatments. Our internationally recognized team of research experts have one goal to make breakthroughs in the prevention and treatment of disease so that we all may live longer, healthier lives.

Job Summary

Research Associate performs advanced administrative and technical work in support of research projects. Ongoing research projects focus on the development of blood vessels (e.g., aorta and cerebral vasculature) and the related neonatal disease. Lab operations include cell culture, realtime PCR, flow cytometry, western blotting, histological studies, gene silencing and overexpression, genotyping assay, and mouse handling.

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to

EXPERIMENTAL SETUP AND EXECUTION Perform lab experiments including cell culture, protein and RNA isolation, western blot, PCR, ELISA, and Immunohistochemistry according to the research protocols.

DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Ensure accurate data collection during experimental procedures, maintaining detailed records of all results and observations.

ANIMAL CARE AND HANDLING Follow established protocols for the care and handling of laboratory mice, ensuring their wellbeing and adnce to ethical guidelines.

COLLABORATIVE SUPPORT Work closely with the research team, contributing to the development of experimental protocols and preparation of experiments and equipment. Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and manuscripts based on experimental results.

LABORATORY MAINTENANCE Maintain the laboratory environment, including the upkeep of equipment, inventory management, and ensure that all safety protocols are followed.

OTHER 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 related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science or clinical laboratory 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 and a minimum of three years' research andor clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with cell culture, animal breeding, genotyping, routine lab experiments like western blot and RNA isolationqPCR

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and otherputer softwaredatabases.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbalmunication skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Willingness and ability to work with research animals.

Ability to use sound judgement and work independently.

Must be highly motivated with strong work ethic, attention to detail, and desire to learn.

ShiftSalaryBenefits

Shift Days; Monday Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Salary Range $,$, annually.

Pay Band B

Salary to bemensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimummidpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to fulltime benefitseligible employees and some of our halftime (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 paid holidays.

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

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.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

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Augusta University is a tobaccofree environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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