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    Research Technician - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

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    Classification Title Research Paraprofessional/Professional 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 will be responsible for performing and supporting research on host-parasite interactions during malaria by supporting the laboratory's insectary and lab animal programs.

    The incumbent will be responsible for organizing and executing the laboratory's animal experiments and ensuring that trainees and other staff have samples for their experiments.

    The incumbent will also assist in the rearing of Anopheline mosquitoes for research purposes. Other duties related to laboratory organization and maintenance will be assigned as needed. This position will involve working with multiple species of lab animals and some weekend and holiday work. Individuals who possess previous experience rearing mosquitoes and/or lab animals (small and large) are particularly desired for position.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies


    • Previous experience working with rodents, including injections, blood collections, anesthesia monitoring.
    • Previous experience working with large animals including injections, blood collections, anesthesia monitoring.
    • Ability to calculate drug dosages and administer the drugs.
    • Experience managing clinical health records for laboratory animals.
    • Experience rearing mosquitoes.
    • Ability to organize, schedule, and manage multiple lab animal studies.
    • Experience reading and writing animal user protocols.
    • Learn new procedures and solve routine technical problems as needed.
    • Maintain a clean and organized work environment and laboratory records.
    • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as a fully productive, cooperative team member.
    Physical Demands


    Frequent movement between facilities, occasionally operating heavy equipment, lift more than 40 pounds, driving as needed to complete job tasks.

    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 UGA Credit Background Check website.

    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 UGA Background Check website.

    Duties/Responsibilities

    Duties/Responsibilities


    Carry out experiments to understand host-parasite interactions during malaria with most work involving collecting samples from animals, planning and organizing sample collections, coordinating with the lab animal facilities, etc.

    Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities


    Assist with the rearing of Anopheline mosquitoes including but not limited to keeping all paperwork necessary for tracking the health of the colony, communicating to stakeholders when problems arrive, coordinating the use of mosquitoes for all members in the experiments, and performing the day-to-day maintenance/processes of rearing multiple Anopheline colonies.

    Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

    Ensure regulatory compliance and assist with preparing animal protocols.

    Percentage of time 10

    Contact Information

    Recruitment Contact

    Contact Details

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

    Recruitment Contact Name Chet Joyner, PhD Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

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    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume/CV
    • Cover Letter
    Optional Documents

    Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ).

    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.


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