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    Research Associate - Augusta, United States - Augusta University

    Augusta University
    Augusta University Augusta, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    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 9,000 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.

    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 Medical College of Georgia is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 260 students per class.

    The educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state and a second four-year campus in Athens in partnership with the University of Georgia.

    MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provides about 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices.

    MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to more than 500 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs.

    Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia'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 share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

    Job Summary

    This position provides administrative and technical oversight in a cardiovascular research laboratory in the Department of Physiology.

    Responsibilities include ensuring research protocols are followed and met; safety guidelines are followed in accordance with institution and government regulations; management of laboratory resources; providing teaching and technical oversight to trainees and research staff; processing of data, present findings and assist Principle Investigator (PI) with current and future research applications and programs of study; and coordinate administrative and technical arrangements of animal models and maintain records related to use - manages a breeding colony.

    The successful candidate will join a NIH-funded project (PI, Dr. David Krzywanski) to investigate the role of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide redox couples and mitochondrial ROS in the development of atherosclerosis.

    The project involves, but is not limited to studying mitochondrial metabolism, endothelial cell function, mitochondrial and cellular redox balance, and assessment of indexes of atherosclerosis.

    The project utilizes cultured cells, mouse models, and recombinant adeno-associated viruses.

    Responsibilities

    The duties include, but are not limited to:

    Lab Management:
    Coordinate research activities in the lab and instruct research staff and students and advise regarding research techniques.

    Coordinate administrative and technical arrangements of animal models and maintain records related to use. Manage a breeding colony.


    Perform complex data analysis related to producing research results and preparing findings for future development and develop new studies in coordination with the PI.

    Participate in the tracking and monitoring of budgetary resources to ensure effective lab operations.

    Use independent judgement in the daily operation of the lab to ensure safe and efficient use of resources. Monitor use of resources to ensure compliance with federal guidelines and institutional protocols.

    Assist PI with data preparation for grant applications and renewals. Participate actively in the composition, editing and publication of research findings.

    Perform other duties incidental to work described herein.

    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.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

    Excellent customer service, interpersonal, multi-tasking, organizational and verbal/written communication skills;

    proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and other computer software/databases;


    ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines despite often interruptions, maintain confidentiality, keep accurate records and make independent decisions; ability to work with animals.

    Shift/Salary/Benefits

    Shift:
    Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)


    Pay Grade:
    R14


    Salary:
    Minimum $36,197.00/Annually - $50,675.00/Annually

    Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

    Recruitment Period: 12/6/2- Until Filled

    Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (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 13 paid holidays.


    Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

    Consider applying 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 check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.


    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.

    Credit Check


    This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

    Other Information


    This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees.

    "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."


    Augusta University is a tobacco-free 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 welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

    How To Apply

    Consider applying with us today

    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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