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Research Technician
Athens, GA
Job Description
Posting Details
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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Posting Details
| Posting Number | S11867P |
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| Working Title | Research Technician |
| Department | Franklin-Plant Biology |
| About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). 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. |
| About the College/Unit/Department | |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time | Full Time |
| Work Schedule | |
| Additional Schedule Information | M-F 8-5 |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
| Posting Date | 03/28/2024 |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Closing Date | |
| Proposed Starting Date | 04/15/2024 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
| EEO Policy 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). |
Position Information
| Classification Title | Research Paraprofessional/Professional |
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| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| FTE | 1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications | 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. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Position Summary | This position is a technician in the Department of Plant Biology, University of Georgia, Athens to aid in research of the ecology of plant-microbial interactions in the Chung lab, and to assist in day-to-day lab managerial tasks. |
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| Physical Demands |
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? | Yes |
| 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 |
| Credit and P-Card policy | Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the . |
| Background Investigation Policy | 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 . |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities | Conducting and analyzing experiments in the laboratory, greenhouse, and field:
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| Percentage of time | 65 |
| Duties/Responsibilities | Lab organization and maintenance:
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| Percentage of time | 30 |
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| Percentage of time | 5 |
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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
Open
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