Postdoctoral Fellow

About the role

The position involves carrying out advanced independent research to achieve project objectives, adhering to established methods and guidelines, and participating in research data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring adherence to scientific research principles and compliance with relevant federal guidelines.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel engaged in research activities and/or related work.
• Advise principal investigators, other postdocs, students, and other research personnel on research techniques, procedures, and other aspects of research activities.
• Compose articles for publication in scientific journals; review articles prepared by others.
• Analyze results of experiments and procedures using manual or computer techniques and, if necessary, develop special computer programs to facilitate analysis.
• Coordinate and participate in research of scientific literature; summarize and evaluate findings; develop derivative applications of techniques developed by own research activities or reported by other research projects.
• Presents findings at scientific meetings locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Develop and validate bioinformatics programs, packages, and utility tools. Apply advanced programming knowledge to support programming efficiencies. Prepare statistical data for inclusion in reports to data monitoring committees, federal regulatory agencies, managers, or clients/researchers.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited college or university

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 7/9/26 - Until Filled

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check complete for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s).
• Candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgement and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

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

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Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
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