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Research Associate I

Auburn

$40,200 -$60,300

United States, Alabama, Auburn

1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map)

Jul 08, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number	S4563P
Home Org Name	Anatomy Physiol & Pharmacol
Division Name	College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title	Research Associate I
Job Class Code	HA02A
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for a Research Associate position, to support the development of complex project proposals, plans, and protocols; conduct non-routine experiments, investigations and/or studies related to skeletal muscle metabolism and peripheral artery disease; coordinates logistics of research to include equipment, materials, and labor needs; collect samples/data related to others' research and in complex cases; record, compile, process and analyze data/samples.
Essential Functions	Planning, maintaining, and completing complex research programs and/or projects in the lab. Maintaining, managing, and organizing lab stocks, Helping establish baseline lab operations and safety protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements. Coordinating setup and management of lab equipment including facilitating access to other labs' personnel for shared equipment. Overseeing training of students both undergraduate and graduate when they first start in the lab. Developing experimental designs and performing data collection/analysis.
Why Work at Auburn?	Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in biomedical sciences or related field.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities	Candidates must be organized and independent with excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. Candidates will also need to have basic wet lab skills, including at least some experience with: cell culture, RT- PCR, ability to prepare chemical solutions, sterile technique, and DNA/ RNA extraction protocols.
Minimum Technology Skills	Basic computational literacy (experience with Microsoft Office or equivalent) plus the ability to learn new software as needed.
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Experience in research practices and protocols

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$40,200 -$60,300
Job Category	Agricultural/Veterinary Medicine
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	07/08/2025
Closing Date	07/22/2025
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement	It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.
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