Postdoctoral Fellow-Forensic PhD

Postdoctoral Fellow-Forensic PhD

Job

Location:

Augusta University
Full/Part Time:
Full Time

Augusta University is a leading institution in education and health care, offering advanced programs and research opportunities across multiple campuses. Our mission is to train innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers and to conduct groundbreaking research that improves health, security, and economic well-being.

A training position designed to learn through engagement in an advanced level of scientific technical and administrative work in support of research efforts in an assigned laboratory or clinical research setting. Responsibilities include research data collection, protocol development, literature review, manuscript preparation, and presentation at scientific meetings.

• Analyze experimental results using manual or computer techniques; develop special computer programs if necessary.
• Teach and perform complex bacteriological, chemical, and radiochemical qualitative and quantitative analysis; support macro- and micro-serological, histologic, and cell culture procedures.
• Participate in project planning and development of research protocols while ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.
• Coordinate and review scientific literature; summarize findings; develop derivative applications of techniques.
• Compose articles for publication in scientific journals; review articles prepared by others.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of students, graduate assistants, and other research personnel; advise principal investigators and other Post Docs.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and operate microscopes, computer-linked analytical equipment, dedicated computers, and other complex scientific equipment; instruct others in operation of equipment.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

Must be eligible for GA license.

• Maintain confidentiality and complete work on time.
• Work independently with general supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases; willingness to learn.

Shift: Days/M-F (may require work outside normal business hours). Salary commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays. Tuition Assistance Program available for eligible full‑time employees.

• Successful background check is required before starting.
• Credit check may be required for certain positions.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for driving positions.
• Proof of academic credentials and foreign evaluation may be required for faculty hires.
• Employees must uphold confidentiality, cybersecurity, and privacy policies.

The position promotes a customer‑friendly environment and supports patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient-and family‑centered institution and maintains a tobacco‑free campus.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Consider applying with us today. Visit the official career portal for application instructions and contact information.