Job Description

Job Summary
Perform and document a variety of complex virological, molecular biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, dissection and statistical/computational procedures; perform analyze research results, prepare results for presentation at meetings, in publications and in grant applications; maintain/prepare laboratory reagents; work with mice, including colony maintenance (e.g., weaning/genotyping) and experimental procedures (e.g., tissue harvest, injection of study compounds); assist in ordering supplies, laboratory equipment and chemicals; maintain and operate laboratory equipment and schedules, assist with record keeping, laboratory clean-up; assist with technical aspects of experiments with trainees; participate in cell culture procedures and analyses of tissues; ensure compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to use of bio hazardous materials (Biological safety), chemicals (chemical safety), anesthetic drugs (DEA, IACUC), and experimental animals (LAS, IACUC). Conduct library searches and other research of scientific literature. All other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:

Perform and document a variety of complex virological, molecular biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, dissection and statistical/computational procedures.
Analyze research results, prepare results for presentation at meetings, in publications and in grant applications.
Maintain/prepare laboratory reagents; work with mice, including colony maintenance (e.g., weaning/genotyping) and experimental procedures (e.g., tissue harvest, injection of study compounds).
Assist in ordering supplies, laboratory equipment and chemicals; maintain and operate laboratory equipment and schedules, assist with record keeping, laboratory clean-up.
Assist with technical aspects of experiments with trainees; participate in cell culture procedures and analyses of tissues.
Ensure compliance with rules and regulations pertaining to use of biohazardous materials (Biological safety), chemicals (chemical safety), anesthetic drugs (DEA, IACUC), and experimental animals (LAS, IACUC).
Conduct library searches and other research of scientific literature.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
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 research, basic science, or a clinical setting particularly clinical trials research and minimum of two years of applicable experience.

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 multi-tasking, prioritization, and organizational skills.



ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality. Willingness and ability to work with research animals.

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

Pay Grade: R11

Salary range: $31,200-$39,200 annually.

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.