Genetics Research Associate

2 weeks ago


Athens, Georgia, United States University of Georgia Full time
Position Overview

Role: Postdoctoral Researcher

Department: Franklin-Genetics

About the Institution:
The University of Georgia, established in 1785, stands as the oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education in Georgia. With a rich history of over 235 years, UGA is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the nation. The main campus is situated in Athens, with additional campuses in various locations across the state. UGA employs a diverse faculty and staff, serving a large student body across multiple academic programs.

Employment Type: Employee

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Application Instructions: Please refer to the official channels for submission guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Georgia is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We encourage individuals needing accommodations to reach out for assistance.

Core Values:
The University System of Georgia emphasizes Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect as foundational values that guide our community.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducting Experiments:
    Independently execute experiments and fieldwork at designated research sites, including data entry and preliminary analysis of results.
    Percentage of time: 40%
  • Data Analysis:
    Independently analyze data sets utilizing advanced tools, ensuring quality control and leading research components to understand complex interactions through sample processing.
    Percentage of time: 25%
  • Publication and Communication:
    Draft manuscripts, present findings, and disseminate research outcomes effectively.
    Percentage of time: 25%
  • Training and Mentorship:
    Provide guidance and training to graduate and undergraduate students in bioinformatics methodologies, critically assess advancements in relevant research fields, and contribute to the development of research proposals.
    Percentage of time: 10%


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