S07722P

Research Technician II

VetMed-Physiology & Pharmacol

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Federal Contractors pending further review. As a result, the requirements of the Executive Order and associated guidance, including the vaccination requirement for covered contractor employees, are currently not in effect.

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 (https://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 15 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 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 39,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 9,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health. The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment. We have an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in our Principles of Community (http://vet.uga.edu/principles-of-community/).

www.vet.uga

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TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday – Friday

Commensurate with Experience

01/17/2022

Yes

02/21/2022

Please include names and contact information for at least three references.

Athens Area

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).

Research Paraprofessional/Professional

Non-Exempt

1.00

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 qualifications.

This position will serve as the lab manager/research technician for the Lee research lab. The Lee lab conducts NIH-funded basic research with immunology and neurodegenerative diseases. Lee lab studies the role of immune cells in the progression of Parkinson’s disease. Organize and assist in implementation of research projects including data collection, assay development and execution, and project management. Skilled to perform molecular biology and biochemistry techniques such as, RT and gel-based PCR, flow cytometry, western blots, cell culture, ELISAs, and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescent staining.

- Effectively communicate and work well with others in the lab group.
- Maintain accurate documentation, pay attention to detail.
- Basic laboratory skills, including sterile technique, cell culture, and basic analytical skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Detail oriented and accurate.
- Learn and acquire new skills in a fast paced sometimes-stressful environment.
- Willing to work with small animals.
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills while carrying out instructions.
- Multi-task and prioritize work assignments with little supervision.
- Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
- Stressful situations.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to accurately work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/ containers/ machinery, sometimes involving repetitive motions.
- Wear all protective gear, including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles.
- Work for long periods of time with arms extended.

No

Yes

No

No

No

No

Yes

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.

Organize and assist in implementation of research projects including data collection, assay development and execution, and project management. Perform molecular biology and biochemistry techniques such as, RT and gel-based PCR, flow cytometry, western blots, cell culture, ELISAs, and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescent staining. Sample processing, Sample processing and assay development. Conducts complex research experiments as assigned by supervisor. Follows concise lab protocols to process samples under precise requirements from sponsor or research dollars. Work with multiple investigators within the laboratory. Perform animal work. Professionally communicate with investigators and colleagues concerning the affected work flow, time limitations, and project status.

50

Perform laboratory maintenance duties such as autoclaving, dishwashing, and technical equipment maintenance. Maintains inventory of chemicals, media and other supplies through the UGAmart. Prepares culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions. Proper disposal of biohazardous waste. Maintain a clean and sterile lab environment; assist with research associated administration duties such as package shipping and receiving.

20

Maintain accurate record with every aspect of research projects. Assist with literature searches and file management. Prepare data reports.

20

Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

10

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. For assistance with your application or login, please email hrweb@uga.edu.

Jae-Kyung 'Jamise' Lee, Ph.D

jamlee@uga.edu