Research Assistant (Part-Time) - Neuroscience & Regenerative Medicine
Job ID: 247305
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary:
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Location
Augusta University - Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
College/Department Information
The Department of Neuroscience and Regenerative Medicine is charged with conducting high-impact original biomedical research and translating the findings to clinical applications, and in educating future physicians and researchers. Our research addresses fundamental questions in cell and developmental biology, endocrinology, neuroscience, regenerative medicine. Collaborations have been established with clinical departments for studies that investigate various diseases including neurological diseases (stroke, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, and Guillain-Barre syndrome); psychiatric disorders (schizophrenia, depression and autism); degenerative diseases (osteoporosis); cancer and endocrinological disorders.
Job Summary
Job Posting Refresh
Deak lab is searching for a motivated researcher, who will take care of our research animals (mice) in a part-time position. Job requires 18 hours per week in the laboratory with flexible schedule. Good animal handling skills and eagerness to learn PCR genotyping and behavioral assays are required.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:

• He/She will provide essential assistance to Dr. Deak on routine tasks in the new laboratory in DNRM, and will be the main responsible person to maintain the mouse colony.
• Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while insuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines.
• Perform immunohistochemistry, PCR, real time PCR, western blotting, tissue culture, brain surgeries, behavioral testing and microscopic analysis.
• Inspecting animal cages, genotyping, breeding mouse colonies and conducting animal studies including learning and memory assays in mice. Will analyze results, interpret data and confer with PI on research plans.
• Perform all other related duties/tasks 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; 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 research, basic science or a clinical setting particularly clinical trials research.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience with cell biology, molecular biology and animal behavioral assays is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to complete work and meet deadlines
Willingness and ability to work with research animals
Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work independently with only general supervision
Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Candidate should be willing to learn genotyping, PCR reactions and how to prepare primary cell cultures.
Expertise with Windows Office is a plus.
Basic computer skills and proficient in spoken and written English is a must; we use Microsoft Office in the lab. Proficient in Microsoft Word and other computer software/databases or willingness to learn.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (part-time)Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the positionPay Band: B5 Recruitment Period: 8/4/22 - Until Filled
Conditions of Employment
All 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 the course of 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 everyday 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.
GA Defined Contribution Plan
Participation in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan is mandatory for part-time and temporary employees. The Georgia Defined Contribution Plan is a retirement plan for part-time employees who work less than 50% and for temporary employees. Members contribute 7 1/2% of gross salary to the plan.
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! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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