Research Assistant/Associate

🇺🇸 Auburn, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $40K - $113K

💻 Research

🗓️ July 30th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Auburn University is hiring a Research Assistant/Associate to support fish health and disease research projects at the E. W. Shell Fisheries Center. The role involves developing and implementing research protocols, coordinating studies, managing experimental data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Highlights

Develop and implement fish health-related research projects and protocols, including molecular analyses like necropsy and gene expression.
Manage equipment, supplies, and inventory to support research and production needs.
Assist in preparing reports and funding proposals.
Ensure compliance with animal care and chemical safety regulations, maintaining proper records.
Summarize, maintain, and manage data and research documentation.
Required Bachelor's degree for Research Assistant levels or Master's degree for Research Associate levels in Biological Sciences, Aquaculture, or related fields.
Experience levels vary from none to six years depending on the position level; advanced degrees can substitute for experience.
Technical skills include molecular biology techniques, statistical software (Program R, GraphPad Prism), Microsoft Office, and data management tools (SharePoint, Teams).
Familiarity with water quality instruments and farm equipment is necessary.
Salary range: $40,200 - $112,990; full-time, limited term (1 year) appointment.