Auburn University · 8 hours ago
Research Associate II/III/IV
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$45K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expAuburn University is dedicated to making a lasting impact through research and education. The Research Associate II/III/IV will assist with research related to fish parasites and disease, conducting screenings, performing necropsies, and managing lab equipment while contributing to research publications.
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Responsibilities
Conduct screening and diagnosis of fish pathogens on hatchery or wild fish
Perform necropsies and collect samples to detect viral, bacterial, fungal, or parasitic fish pathogens
Maintain bacterial agars and virological medias; isolate and plate bacteria and viruses
Manage and maintain lab equipment and inventory; conduct research and write papers and submit for peer review and publication if appropriate
Write case reports to deliver results to state, federal, or private producers; and perform other duties assigned by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, or closely related field and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position for Research Associate II
Master's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, or closely related field and 4 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position for Research Associate III
Master's degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture, or closely related field and 6 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position for Research Associate IV
Valid driver's license required
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Computer skills in using programs such as Excel, ArcGIS, and SAS are helpful
Preferred
Experience with performing diagnostic tests with microbiology and/or virology in a lab setting
Experience working with fish pathogens
Peer review papers/publications
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Culture of support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
Recent News
2026-02-05
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