Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS02996PWorking TitleLab Technician IDepartmentFranklin College Genetics DepartmentAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websitePosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Advertised Salary25,000Posting Date04/23/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date05/13/2019Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification TitleLaboratory Paraprofessional/ProfessionalPay GradeFLSAJob FamilyFTE1.00Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualificaitons.

Preferred QualificationsPosition Summary

This is an entry-level research technician position in a molecular plant genetics laboratory. Primary duties will include preparing genomic libraries for Next-Generation Sequencing and performing molecular techniques at the bench for projects in our lab. Additionally, this position involves laboratory maintenance tasks including organizing the lab, taking inventory, placing orders, and general upkeep.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Communicates effectively via email and in person. Utilizes computer technology in a manner that meets expectations. Learns quickly. Detail-oriented. Organized and able to keep track of multiple tasks, duties, and projects. Able to be highly focused on the task at hand. Can work equally well independently or as a team to complete projects.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Sit or stand for long periods of time and use repetitive actions during the entire workday. Use micropipettes and perform repetitive movements with their hands.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment.Does this position have financial responsibilities?NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoCredit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Library preparation. Can include genomic DNA libraries, bisulfite libraries, RNA-seq, DAP-seq, and ChIP-seq libraries. Maintaining sample inventory, preparing inputs, making the libraries, checking library quality, pooling samples and submitting orders for sequencing.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Routine techniques for projects in the lab. Can include planting and maintaining seed lines, genotyping plants using PCR, and working with BSL-1 bacteria toward directed projects.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Laboratory maintenance, organization, and inventory.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Isolation of nucleic acids. Collecting tissue from plants and extracting DNA and RNA from tissue using established protocols.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Management of sequencing data. Includes downloading the data, using the command line to organize data for long-term storage, and notifying lab members when the data is available for their use.

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

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

Optional Documents