Senior Research Associate
- Employer
- The University of Georgia
- Location
- Athens Area
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
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 PlanTRS or ORPEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule InformationM-F some nights and weekends may be required
Advertised SalaryNegotiablePosting Date07/12/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date11/01/2019Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens Area EEO Policy StatementThe 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 TitleResearch Professional ADPay GradeFLSAExemptJob FamilyFTE1.0Minimum QualificationsRequires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred QualificationsPosition SummaryThe person will work on service and collaboration projects within the Analytical Services and Training Laboratory and
•Performing Glycomics and Glycoproteomics mass spec analysis on both collaborative and service projects
•Developing chemical derivatization and MS methods for glycan and glycopeptide projects
•Writing analytical report for service projects & Data interperation using commercially available software
•Writing and editing manuscripts, and reviews from our laboratory or our collaborators laboratory
•Working with other scientists in the laboratory on structural characterization glycans & glycopeptides.
•Laboratory teaching of our hands-on training courses.
Normal for laboratory work
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 policyBe 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/ResponsibilitiesPerforming Glycomics and Glycoproteomics mass spec analysis on both collaborative and service projects
Percentage of time50 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/ResponsibilitiesWriting analytical reports for service projects & Data interperation using commercially available software
Percentage of time20 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/ResponsibilitiesWorking with other scientists in the laboratory on structural characterization glycans & glycopeptides
Percentage of time10 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/ResponsibilitiesDeveloping chemical derivatization and MS methods for glycan and glycopeptide projects
Percentage of time10 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/ResponsibilitiesWriting and editing manuscripts, and reviews from our laboratory or our collaborators laboratory
Percentage of time5 Duties/Responsibilities Duties/ResponsibilitiesLaboratory teaching of our hands-on training courses.
Percentage of time5Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Organization
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.
Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.
- Telephone
- 706-542-3000
- Location
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215 S. Jackson St.
Athens
Georgia
30602
US
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