Job Description

Research Associate - Job Opening 240120

How to Apply:
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at and search Job ID: 240120.

Required Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science or social science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and experience in research, basic science or clinical laboratory particularly clinical trial research.
OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, cell biology or other natural, life, health care or materials science or social science directly related to the research area to which the position is assigned and a minimum of three years' research and/or clinical experience; previous supervisory experience.

Job Summary
The Research Associate in the Educational Innovation Institute of MCG supports the vision and mission of the EII which align with the strategic academic mission of MCG. The RA does this by assisting with the research and other work of the EII faculty which consists of the creation and distribution of outstanding scholarship and the training of faculty and staff in the scholarship of medical education. This position is vital to the productivity and success of the EII faculty researcher and the EII itself.

The duties include, but are not limited to:
• In collaboration with EII researchers, help manage (and contribute where possible) educational and other social science research projects relevant to medical education as assigned including such tasks as literature searches and reviews, study design, data collection and analysis (interviews, focus group, surveys, etc.), report writing, distribution of results through conference presentations and journal articles and tracking of budget funds.
• Manage the IRB application and reporting process for the various research projects undertaken by the EII.
• In collaboration with EII researchers, help manage (and contribute where possible) educational and other social science research grant proposals relevant to medical education including literature reviews, study design, and budget preparation.
• Coordinate EII hosted conferences and medical education research development programs.
• Participate in staff development sessions related to job performance offered through AU and/or MCG.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Shift/Salary
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Conditions of Employment
All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

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 the course of 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.

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 everyday 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.

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