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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.


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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
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