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    research assistant - Augusta, GA, United States - Augusta University

    Augusta University
    Augusta University Augusta, GA, United States

    3 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 than10,500 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.

    More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy and can be found on-line at

    Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

    Location

    Augusta University ¿

    Health Sciences Campus:
    th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

    College/Department Information


    Established in 1829, the Medical College of Georgia Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, or BMB, is an academic home to interdisciplinary translational research for disease detection, prevention, and treatment.

    We are delighted that you have decided to visit our department¿s website.

    Our mission also includes the education and mentoring of future researchers, physicians and physician-scientists and service to the AU and greater scientific community.

    The research mission is focused on inventing better diagnostics and newer targeted therapies for the benign and malignant diseases of the bladder, brain, breast, eye, gastrointestinal tract, kidney, liver, and prostate.

    The research areas encompass biomarkers, chemoprevention, DNA damage and repair, drug resistance, the epigenome, immunotherapy, the microbiome, molecular signaling, natural products, protein modifications and targeted therapy.

    Our faculties are supported by major funding agencies, and the insight gained by their work has been published in reputable peer-reviewed journals.

    Home to the Biochemistry and Cancer Biology Graduate Program, the BMB Department offers PhD degrees, along with a combined MD-PhD program available to medical students.

    The students move on to competitive careers in academia, industry, and governmental agencies.

    The education mission is also served by faculty participation in undergraduate and graduate medical education, as well as the Student Educational Enrichment Program (SEEP).

    Job Summary


    The responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: ordering/updating inventories, completing technical work in support of on-going research projects, participate in data collection and documentation, development and evaluation of new research techniques and procedures, conduct a variety of complex biomedical/molecular, in vitro and in vivo research procedures; maintain a detailed and organized notebook with procedures and data, analyze results and present to relevant audiences verbally or in writing.

    Responsibilities

    The duties include, but are not limited to:

    • Perform technical work in support of on-going research projects; participate in data collection and documentation, as well as development of new research techniques and procedures.
    • Managing day-to-day laboratory activities including ordering, updating inventories, preparing appropriate reagents, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
    • Analyze and present data verbally and/or in writing. Work with guidelines and protocols of research projects.
    Required Qualifications


    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 experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research; OR Associate'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' experience in a research, basic science or clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities


    KNOWLEDGE
    Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.


    SKILLS
    Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and critical thinking skills.


    ABILITIES
    Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use sound judgement and work independently. Ability to review scientific literature, write technical protocols and reports, and present data in-group meetings.

    Shift/Salary/Benefits

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


    Pay Grade:
    R9

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


    Recruitment Period:
    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.


    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


    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


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    Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.

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