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Bioinformatician 2 - Center for Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine

Position Number: 6511501
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Bioinformatician 2 - Center for Biotechnology & Genomic Medicine

Job ID: 289321
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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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. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information

Established in the summer of 2002, the Center for Biotechnology and Genomic Medicine (CBGM) at the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) at Augusta University (AU) was developed to promote interdisciplinary and translational research in Biotechnology and Genomic Medicine with the ultimate goal of promoting predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory (4P) medicine. The Center's research efforts focus on two main areas: Discovery and validation of biomarkers for disease prediction and diagnosis; Pharmacomics and drug discovery for personalized medicine. CBGM is home of four internationally renowned programs in diabetes research: The Environmental Determinants of Diabetes in the Young, the Prospective Assessment in Newborns of Diabetes Autoimmunity, the Diabetic Complications Consortium, and the Mouse Metabolic Phenotype Consortium. Additional research programs include autoimmune diseases, transplantation, and cancer. These research programs are supported by an annual extramural funding of approximately $12 million. The center houses several state-of-the-art high throughput and high content facilities for genetics, genomics, proteomics, drug screening and bioinformatics.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative researcher to support our ongoing investigations in the fields of cardiovascular, metabolic, and psychological diseases. This position plays a central role in supporting core activities such as bioinformatics, rodent surgical modeling and molecular biology techniques. The successful candidate will demonstrate scientific curiosity, strong working ethics, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to working effectively in a team-based research environment.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities to include, but are not limited to:

BIOINFORMATICS

Perform bioinformatic analyses and data mining utilizing biological databases and computational tools.

MEETINGS

Participate in lab meetings and AU seminars. Assist the PI in drafting manuscripts and preparing grant proposals

DESIGN AND IMPLEMENT PROJECTS
Assist PI in designing, executing, and coordinating experiments that advance research in cardiovascular, metabolic, and psychological diseases.

Conduct in vivo and ex vivo experiments using rodent models, including surgical procedures, phenotypic assessments, and primary cell isolation.

Perform cell culture and molecular biology experiments, including cell culture and iPSC differentiation, molecular cloning, Western Blot, PCR, qPCR, ELISA, protein interaction assays, and immunocytochemistry.

Operate laboratory equipment and use specialized software for data analysis, statistics, and visualization.
Record, interpret, and summarize experimental data in a clear, accurate manner.

MENTOR
Provide guidance to junior laboratory members, including technical training, troubleshooting and protocol adherence. Foster a collaborative and inclusive research environment through active team engagement.

OTHER

Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Sciences, or biological sciences from an accredited college or university with one year of related experience.

OR

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biological Sciences, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or related field from an accredited college or university with four years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in developing bioinformatics pipelines.

Experience with version control management repositories (such as GIT).

Experience with Python, Linux command-line, and HPC environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.

Familiarity with standard statistical methods.

Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting bioinformatics data analysis pipelines.

Proficiency In R packages related to bioinformatics, statistical analyses, and visualization.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Strong problem-solving skills.

ABILITIES

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to self-manage and manage interdisciplinary relationships effectively.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary research team.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required).

Salary Range: $62,300-$79,000 annually.

Pay Band: B12

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Recruitment Period: Until Filled.

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

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 completed 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.

For Faculty Hires: 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). Those 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 [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during 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 every day 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.

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/ Search for Job ID: 289321.

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university.

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee.

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=289321&PostingSeq=1