research technician - Athens, GA , USA, United States - University of Georgia

Description

Position Information

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

Research technician's main duties will include studying age-related immunity and wound response in plants. The employee will conduct experiments. These experiments include planting seeds, monitor gene expression, quantify plant growth, extract DNA etc. The position also involves data analysis. All data should be properly stored and kept before processing.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to supervise and communicate with students.

Physical Demands

• Minimal lifting/bending in the normal operations of a typical office/lab environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No 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

• Conduct experiments and analyze data in studying age-related immunity and wound response in plants.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in lab maintaining lab hygiene and train students on basic lab skills.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyze data using appropriate statistical tools and report to PI on a weekly base.

Percentage of time 20

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 Dr. Li Yang Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• List of References with Contact Information

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