S08443P

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN III

VetMed-Poultry Diagnos & Rsch

PLEASE NOTE: On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement for
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/

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

8am – 5pm Monday – Friday; some weekends and holidays may be required

$35,000/year

05/09/2022

Yes

07/11/2022

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).

PLEASE NOTE: On December 7, 2021, the federal District Court for the Southern District of Georgia issued a preliminary injunction against enforcing the vaccine requirement for
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 is a Federal Contractor as defined by Presidential Executive Order 14042 and subject to the requirement that Federal Contractors must ensure that all covered employees, including those working remotely, are fully vaccinated by January 4, 2022. You may be required to show proof of your fully vaccinated status at the time of your start date, or have received a medical or religious exemption from the fully vaccinated requirement at the time of your start date. For more information regarding the Federal Contractor fully vaccinated employment requirement please visit https://coronavirus.uga.edu/executive-order/ or call (706) 542-2222.

Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional

Non-Exempt

Research And Lab

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.

B.S. in biology/microbiology or related field with 2 years of related lab experience. Experience in cell culture and basic laboratory skills in a diagnostic laboratory setting preferred . General computer knowledge including the ability to use spreadsheets.

The successful candidate will join the virology group at the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center in the Department of Population Health, College of Veterinary Medicine. The position is responsible for supporting the avian diagnostic virology lab section. Successful candidates should have working knowledge of basic microbiological principles, procedures and techniques, such as aseptic techniques, preparation of media and reagents, use of basic laboratory equipment, etc. Responsibilities include processing of avian tissues or samples, chicken embryo inoculation, preparation of primary cell cultures and cell line maintenance. Other job responsibilities include maintaining laboratory supplies, equipment and facilities, recording and reviewing data from laboratory tests, and other duties as assigned. This position requires good organization skills, as well as, good oral and written communication skills.

Basic laboratory skills; good interpersonal and time management skills and proficiency with standard computer programs (Excel, Word, etc.). Training in specific laboratory techniques will be available upon hire.

Lift 25-50 pounds.

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.

Process clinical samples for virus isolation; embryo and cell culture inoculations for virus isolation; testing materials for avian viruses; preparing and maintaining cell cultures

60

Recording data, communicating data to section leads and PI

20

Preparation of medias and reagents

20

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Holly Sellers

hsellers@uga.edu