Augusta University
Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine
Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Overview
Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine
Location: Augusta University • Full Time
Job ID: 288137
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. Augusta University is Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research supports a healthier Georgia and world-class patient care. Our mission and values guide all we do.
USG core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in policy materials. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.
Location Augusta University
Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University houses the Department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine, which operates several core facilities (Transgenic and Genome Editing Core, Viral Vector Core, microscopy facility with multiphoton confocal, N-STORM, light-sheet microscopes, imaging flow cytometry) to support cellular and molecular neuroscience research.
Job Summary A training position designed to learn through engagement in an advanced level of scientific technical and administrative work in support of research efforts in an assigned laboratory or clinical research setting. Responsibilities include research data collection and documentation, development and evaluation of new techniques, and publication of results. Performs a variety of complex chemical, biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, clinical, statistical/computational and dissection procedures.
Responsibilities
PROJECT PLANNING & PROTOCOLS:
Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to scientific principles and federal guidelines. Conduct experiments in animal behavior, cell biology and molecular biology, including animal surgery, microinjection, behavioral testing, genotyping, western blot, real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry and various imaging techniques. Analyze results manually or with computer tools and develop programs if needed.
ARTICLES:
Compose articles for publication; review articles prepared by others.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel. Advise investigators, other Postdoctoral Fellows, students, and research staff on techniques and procedures.
TECHNICAL:
Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate microscopes and other complex equipment; instruct others in equipment use.
OTHER:
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn.
Skills:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Abilities:
Maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines; willingness and ability to work with research animals; work independently with general supervision.
Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days; Monday – Friday (work outside normal hours may be required)
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications within the established range (min-midpoint)
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Benefits: Health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation and holidays; Tuition Assistance Program for eligible full-time employees after 6 months of service.
Conditions of Employment
Background check required prior to starting.
Credit check for Positions of Trust if applicable.
Motor vehicle report for positions requiring campus vehicle use.
For faculty hires: proof of completed degrees and official transcripts; foreign credentials evaluated as needed.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Other Information This position promotes a customer-friendly environment and service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply Search for Job ID: 288137. Visit the Augusta University employment pages to apply. For assistance, contact 706-721-9365.
To apply, you may use the official job posting page provided by the university system.
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Location: Augusta University • Full Time
Job ID: 288137
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. Augusta University is Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research supports a healthier Georgia and world-class patient care. Our mission and values guide all we do.
USG core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in policy materials. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.
Location Augusta University
Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University houses the Department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine, which operates several core facilities (Transgenic and Genome Editing Core, Viral Vector Core, microscopy facility with multiphoton confocal, N-STORM, light-sheet microscopes, imaging flow cytometry) to support cellular and molecular neuroscience research.
Job Summary A training position designed to learn through engagement in an advanced level of scientific technical and administrative work in support of research efforts in an assigned laboratory or clinical research setting. Responsibilities include research data collection and documentation, development and evaluation of new techniques, and publication of results. Performs a variety of complex chemical, biological, cytologic, microscopic, histologic, surgical, clinical, statistical/computational and dissection procedures.
Responsibilities
PROJECT PLANNING & PROTOCOLS:
Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to scientific principles and federal guidelines. Conduct experiments in animal behavior, cell biology and molecular biology, including animal surgery, microinjection, behavioral testing, genotyping, western blot, real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry and various imaging techniques. Analyze results manually or with computer tools and develop programs if needed.
ARTICLES:
Compose articles for publication; review articles prepared by others.
GENERAL DUTIES:
Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel. Advise investigators, other Postdoctoral Fellows, students, and research staff on techniques and procedures.
TECHNICAL:
Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and operate microscopes and other complex equipment; instruct others in equipment use.
OTHER:
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn.
Skills:
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
Abilities:
Maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines; willingness and ability to work with research animals; work independently with general supervision.
Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days; Monday – Friday (work outside normal hours may be required)
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications within the established range (min-midpoint)
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Benefits: Health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, paid vacation and holidays; Tuition Assistance Program for eligible full-time employees after 6 months of service.
Conditions of Employment
Background check required prior to starting.
Credit check for Positions of Trust if applicable.
Motor vehicle report for positions requiring campus vehicle use.
For faculty hires: proof of completed degrees and official transcripts; foreign credentials evaluated as needed.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Other Information This position promotes a customer-friendly environment and service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply Search for Job ID: 288137. Visit the Augusta University employment pages to apply. For assistance, contact 706-721-9365.
To apply, you may use the official job posting page provided by the university system.
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