Laboratory Technician
- 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
G/R08637P
Working Title:Laboratory Technician
Department:FACS Textiles, Merch & Interiors
About 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.
Employment Type:Employee
Advertised Salary:$12.00/hour
Anticipated Start Date:09/17/2020
Posting Date:08/27/2020
Open Until Filled:Yes
Location of Vacancy:Athens Area
EOO 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Duties/Responsibilities:Performs experiments for a research project, including performing literature searches, designing experimental plans and analyzing data and interpreting results, and also preparing relevant manuscripts, reports, and/or presentations.
Percentage of time:80
Duties/Responsibilities:Manage the purchasing of chemical supplies and inventory records. Manages handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials. Organizes the laboratory supplies and equipment as needed.
Percentage of time:10
Duties/Responsibilities:Other duties as assigned.
Percentage of time:10
Classification Title:Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
FLSA:Non-Exempt
FTE:.50
Position Summary:This is a position in the Department of Textiles, Merchandising, and Interiors in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences. The position will be performing experiments for a research project on a novel method of dyeing and finishing of textiles with different colors and functional particles. It will also be managing laboratory inventory and waste disposal.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :Standard laboratory skills. Skill in operating and maintaining laboratory instruments. Ability to work well with others. Ability to organize and report data. Ability to communicate effectively. Critical thinking skills. Strong organizational skills.
Physical Demands:Lift objects up to 25 lbs.
Is this a Position of Trust?:Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :No
Does this position require a P-Card? :No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):Yes
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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