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Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.  Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office.  Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.  These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Augusta University-

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

A comprehensive administrative and research services to assist faculty on the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in preparing grant application for submissions to various federal and non-federal agencies. To be liaison between faculty and AU's research institute for all grant submissions. Conducting biomedical research related to prostate, bladder, and kidney tumors and assist principal investigator in laboratory management. Expertise in preparation of biomedical grant-related budget justifications, obtaining regulatory approvals and computer programming related to grant applications and budgets. Conducting laboratory research and staff supervision including experience in small animal surgery, human subjects research biochemical, tissue culture and molecular biology techniques, maintaining of laboratory records. A strong scientific publication record which demonstrates participation in conducting collaborative and independent research projects. 

The duties include, but are not limited to: 

-A comprehensive administrative and research services to assist faculty on the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in preparing grant application for submissions to various federal and non-federal agencies. To be liaison between faculty and AU's research institute for all grant submissions.  

-Conducting biomedical research related to prostate, bladder, and kidney tumors and assist principal investigator in laboratory management. Expertise in preparation of biomedical grant-related budget justifications, obtaining regulatory approvals and computer programming related to grant applications and budgets. Conducting laboratory research and staff supervision including experience in small animal surgery, human subjects research biochemical, tissue culture and molecular biology techniques, maintaining of laboratory records. 

-A strong scientific publication record which demonstrates participation in conducting collaborative and independent research projects.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business or related field with 3 years of experience in business, finance, accounting or other related field.

Knowledge of Uniform Guidance, , and Augusta University policies and procedures. Experience with federal and private electronic research administration systems such as ASSIST, Workspace, Research.Gov, and Proposal Central. Experience with PeopleSoft Financials to include queries and purchasing. Experience in a research area/department, accounting field, or sponsored 
program administration.

KNOWLEDGE
' Strong Accounting and financial management skills with expertise In Microsoft Excel and PeopleSoft.
' Knowledge of principles and practice & pertaining to developing, and administering a research grant proposal and awards in 
compliance with sponsor, federal, state, local, and university regulations.
' Ability to develop and monitor budgets and analyze financial data.
' Excellent oral and written communication skills.
' Ability to develop short and long range goals.

SKILLS
' In executive level administrative support functions.
' Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, peers, supervisors and
' external customers;
' Displays high degree of professionalism in order to maintain confidential information, deal with people tactfully, and help establish
' strong relationships and positive communication;
' Exceptional organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, Including anticipating needs and being proactive;
' Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
' Proficient In use of Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel), and web applications;

ABILITIES
' Able to multitask and to handle a high volume throughput in a timely manner.
' Attention to detail requisite;
' Excellent interpersonal;
' Team player,
' Customer-service orientation;
' Demonstrate a pleasant and probative interactions with other

Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Band: B11

Salary: $56,600.00/annually-$65,800.00/annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

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.

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.

This position will require the acquisition of a P-Card and/or handle cash, credit or other sensitive information and will require a satisfactory Consumer Credit check as a condition of employment.

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

Consider applying with us today!

Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.

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