Research Associate I

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.
• Were 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:
Masters 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:
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