S11980P

Laboratory Technician

Pharmacy-Pharm & Biomed Sci

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. 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 employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 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 Pharmacy offers pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences degree programs that are among the best in Georgia, the southeast, and the nation. UGA’s College of Pharmacy provides a superior curriculum taught by nationally-recognized faculty members in an experiential, research-based environment. Simply put, this is the right place to prepare for a career in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. What sets us apart, however, is the family atmosphere that has become a part of our culture. Our students, faculty, staff, and alumni share a unique bond because of the inclusiveness, character and personality of the college.

https://rx.uga.edu/

External

TRS

Employee

Benefits Eligible

Full Time

Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, some weekend work may be required

Commensurate with Experience

11/27/2024

Yes

02/03/2025

Athens Area

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Laboratory 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 is in the Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences Department in Blake Billmyre’s lab. This incumbent will help establish a research program focused on high throughput genetic analysis of fungal pathogens. This will include the use of molecular genetic, microbiological, chemical genetic, and bioinformatic approaches to understand evolution of complex traits involved in fungal virulence, to understand the emergence of antifungal resistance, and to guide the development of novel antifungal agents. The employee will be working closely with the principal investigator in a small laboratory environment with growth potential.

• Research experience
• Acts with Integrity
• Serves Others
• Communication
• Learning
• Makes Sound Decisions
• Ability to work in a collaborative research environment

• Transport equipment along footpaths in the laboratory area and connected rooms.
• Lift equipment up to ~15lbs to/from a rolling cart or floor.

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Yes

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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.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Perform Research in the Lab Setting:

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders with laboratory and research functions
• Utilize a variety of laboratory techniques required for research projects such as:
  • Microbiological and molecular genetic techniques (PCR and CRISPR) to culture and genetically manipulate pathogenic fungi, including Cryptococcus neoformans.
  • Generate high throughput sequencing libraries using PCR.
  • Perform cloning using standard molecular biology approaches.

• Tabulate and analyze research.
• Collecting, recording, analyzing, and presenting data.

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Help Support Lab Operations:

• Prepare lab for daily operations, including stocking materials, equipment, safety, cleanliness, and related areas.
• Pick up, transport, and maintain results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed.
• Dispose of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• Review, complete, and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information.
• Provide support researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve process, unit, and related issues.
• Review and implement lab support policies, practices, and programs to meet organizational, operations, and management need.

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Discuss and Present Findings:

• Preparation of project reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Meet with Dr. Billmyre regularly for progress updates and mentoring.

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

Blake Billmyre, Ph.D.

Blake.Billmyre@uga.edu

706-583-0216