Inside Higher Ed · 4 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Fellow- MCG Cellular Biology & Anatomy
Augusta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelAugusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers. The Postdoctoral Fellow will perform administrative and technical work in support of research regarding retinal neurovascular biology and mechanisms of immune, neuron, and vascular interaction that control retinal neurovascular function during health and disease.
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Responsibilities
Experiments
Technical work includes Molecular/Cellular Biology experiments; Cell/Tissue culture; Animal breeding/handling; Vision function assessment. Analyze results of experiments and procedures using manual or computer techniques
Project Planning & Protocols
Perform administrative and technical work in support of research initiatives in assigned laboratory
Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while insuring adherence to accepted scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines
Scientific Literature & Meetings
Coordinate and participate in research of scientific literature; summarize and evaluate findings; develop derivative applications of applications of techniques developed by own research activities or reported by other research projects
Present findings at scientific meetings locally, nationally, and internationally
Compose articles for publication in scientific journals; review articles prepared by others
Administrative
Administrative functions include maintaining a detailed lab record and support daily lab operations
Teach and participate in complex qualitative and quantitative analysis
General Duties
Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants and other research personnel engaged in research activities and/or related laboratory work
Advise principal investigators, other PostDocs, students, and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures and other technological aspects of research activities
Other Duties
Perform all other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited college or university
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to complete work and to meet deadlines
Willingness and ability to work with research animals
Ability to work independently with only general supervision
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
Earned vacation time
Sick leave
13 paid holidays
Tuition Assistance Program
Company
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