Posting Details

Posting Details

Requisition Number S1734 Position Number 002579 Position Classification Title Research Specialist Functional Title Research Specialist - Contributing Position Type Staff University Information

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is a higher-research activity university as classified by the Carnegie Foundation. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC system institutions, UNCG is one of the most diverse universities in the state with nearly 20,000 students and over 2,700 faculty and staff members representing more than 90 nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 100 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNCG is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The department of Biology provides undergraduates and graduate education in biology, conducts biological research using extramural grants and internal funding mechanisms, and provides expertise to the community in the areas of biotechnology, human biology, and environmental biology. Advanced research training is provided to undergraduate and graduate students in biology, based on the research activities of 20 tenure-track faculty, many of whom work with local, regional, national, and international collaborations in academe and in the industry. Many aspects of biology education and research require the use of living organisms, and the appropriate care and use of such materials often requires that personnel be available to provide care after hours and during holidays. Many aspects of Biology education and research require the use of sophisticated instruments and chemicals.

Position Summary

The Research Specialist will be responsible for general technical assistance and biological materials, instrumentation assistance and the implementation of chemical and biological safety procedures in the Biology Department. The Research Specialist must be proactive in these activities and must maintain current knowledge of the relevant instrumentation, safety, and compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN A DISCIPLINE RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT; OR EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. ALL DEGREES MUST BE RECEIVED FROM APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED INSTITUTIONS.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum Experience Preferred: Two to Three Years (2-3)

• Minimum Education Preferred: Bachelor’s of Science in related field.

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

RE-POST, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY, STILL UNDER CONSIDERATION

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

1. Name,
2. Company Name,
3. Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
4. Email Address
5. Contact Phone Number

Recruitment Range $36,363 - $46,423 Org #-Department Biology - 12204 Work Hours of Position 8 A.M. - 5 P.M., Monday - Friday, with added hours and compensation for overtime and call back, following the SHRA compensation policy. Number of Months per Year 12 Posting Requirements Job Family Natural Resources & Scientific Career Banded Title Research Specialist Open Date 02/22/2019 Close Date 05/05/2019 FTE 1.0 (Full-Time) FLSA Non-Exempt If other, please indicate If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. Salary Grade Equivalency 65 Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Work with Biology Department administrators, faculty, staff and the UNCG Safety Office to develop, implement and maintain appropriate chemical and biological hygiene policies and practices, including disposal.
Monitor procurement and use of chemicals and biological materials in the laboratories.

Essential Tasks

• Develop, implement and maintain appropriate chemical hygiene and biological materials policies and practices.
• Monitor procurement and use of chemicals in the laboratories through periodical inspections
• Monitor procurement and use of biological materials in the laboratories through periodical inspections
• Serve as point of information flow regarding safety between the Biology Department and Office of Safety.
• Provide written results to lab operations and Biology Department administration.
• Assuring the facilities and training levels are adequate for the chemicals and biological materials in use.
• Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) at all points of chemical storage and usage.
• Determine the proper level of personal protective equipment needed by personnel, and ensure that such protective equipment is available and in working order.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Advanced Instrumentation Support -
Maintain, calibrate and service the Department’s common-use advanced instrumentation used for chemical and biological materials.

Essential Tasks

• Maintain, calibrate and service the Department’s common-use advanced instrumentation used for chemical, and/or physical analyses (spectrophotometers, centrifuges, flow cytometer, microplate reader).
• Arrange for repairs and/or maintenance by authorized vendors as necessary based on warranty coverage or service contracts.
• Monitor usage of instrumentation in Cutter Lab and maintain/calibrate equipment therein.
• Train users on advanced instrumentation.
• Oversee safety and compliance regarding advanced instrumentation and the spaces housing advanced instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Ensure Eberhart Science and Sullivan Science Buildings access points and storage areas for chemical and biological materials are secure.

Essential Tasks

• Eberhart Science and Sullivan Science access points and storage areas for chemicals and biological materials are secure.
• Maintain video surveillance system when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility

Support the shipping and receiving needs of the department, Maintain the departmental equipment inventory. Maintain proper levels of necessary supplies as directed by department administration, worked with Fixed Assets.

Essential Tasks

• Support the shipping and receiving needs of the department, including the unloading and delivery, or moving of, items to appropriate offices and labs.
• Ensure that the loading docks for the Sullivan Science and Eberhart Science Buildings are properly maintained and free of hazards.
• Maintain the departmental equipment inventory manifest, perform periodic asset inventory inspections and process surplus equipment as required by university guidelines.
• Maintain proper levels of necessary supplies as directed by department administration.

Competency

Competency

Competency Knowledge- Professional/Scientific Competency Description

Understands research and regulatory standards to maintain a laboratory environment.
Knowledge and ability to conduct scientific literature reviews.
Understands scientific principles to conduct research process; ability to operate laboratory instruments, software, and/or equipment.

Competency Level Contributing Competency

Competency Laboratory Management Competency Description

Manages laboratory resources, may include budget and personnel; establishes priorities in the use of resources including space, field, equipment and/or facilities.
Manages quality assurance program.
Manages compliance with safety measures and guidelines, such as hazardous waste/materials.

Competency Level Advanced Competency

Competency Instruction Competency Description

Trains others in laboratory techniques and the use of laboratory equipment.
Documents how to conduct procedures; reviews and maintains correct standard operations, procedures and protocols

Competency Level Contributing Competency

Competency Conducting Experiments/Procedures Competency Description

Conducts tests, experiments, and/or procedures following standard protocol; identifies and documents variations that may affect the validity of the experiment.
Masters basic proficiency of a specialized technique or procedure.

Competency Level Contributing ADA Checklist

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%), "O" for Occasional (30-60%), "F" for Frequent (60-90%), "C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical Effort Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - C, Hand Movement-Grasping - C, Holding - C, Finger Dexterity, Vision-Skilled Trades - C, Reading - C, Writing - C, Eye-hand coordination - C, Vision-Color Distinction - O, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - O, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Vision-Measuring/Assembling at distance close to eye - F, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - R, Pushing/Pulling - O, Climbing-Stairs - F, Climbing-Ladders - O, Bending - F, Squatting - O, Reaching - F Work Environment Driving - Car/Truck - O, Inside - C, Outside - F, Ventilation ConditionsDust - O, Ventilation ConditionsFumes - O, Ventilation ConditionsChemicals - O, Ventilation ConditionsGases - O, Chemical Spills - R, Gas Leaks - R, Use of Respirator - R Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Which of the following options best describes your higher education history?
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   • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a directly related field
   • Bachelor's Degree or higher in an unrelated field
   • Associate's Degree in a directly related field
   • Associate's Degree in an unrelated field
   • 3 years
   • 2 years
   • 1 year
   • less than 1 year
   • High School Diploma or GED
2. * How many years of experience in a directly related field do you have?
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   • 6 or more years
   • 5 years
   • 4 years
   • 3 years
   • 2 years
   • 1 year
   • 4 months
   • less than 4 months
3. * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
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   • Piedmont Triad Area Newspaper
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Inside Higher Ed
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   • NCWorks.gov
   • UNC School System Job Board
   • Personal Networking
   • Facebook
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   • NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
   • Other
4. If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

   (Open Ended Question)