Research Professional-PLP - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
S11983P

Working Title
Research Professional-PLP (Guo), Tifton

Department
CAES-Plant Pathology

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 or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Work schedule to be decided by supervisor

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education, experience and training

Posting Date
04/23/2024

Open until filled
Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date
05/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy
Tifton 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 ).

Position Information

Classification Title
Research Professional AD

FLSA
Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in genetics
Experience in genetics, breeding and genome-editing/tissue culture

Position Summary
This position will assist researchers in finding a solution to mitigate aflatoxin contamination. They will also assist in conducting research to identify resistance genes for other diseases such as nematodes which contribute to aflatoxin contamination.

Specific duties will consist of:

• Maintain peanut multi-parent mapping populations called PeanutMAGIC and MAGIC Core along with the eight founder parents
• Maintain the whole genome sequencing and genotyping data of the MAGIC Core
• Maintain the sequence data for 250 Aspergillus flavus genomes
• Phenotype A. flavus and aflatoxin production
• Collect data and communicate research findings though publications and presentations at scientific conference
• Communicate regularly and timely with collaborators like LSU, UGA-Griffin and Rutgers, team members, and PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the research projects
• Assist with the daily operation of the laboratory and assist with supervision of the other members of the laboratory
• Other duties as assigned

The possibility of renewal of this position for subsequent years will depend on the availability of funds.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge in genetics, genomics, and bio-information/statistics
• Skills in DNA and RNA extraction and tissue culture
• Abilities in writing research progress reports and scientific manuscripts and conference presentations

Physical Demands

• Working outdoors in the summer heat
• Lifting
• Bending
• Standing for long periods of time
• Driving as need to perform job duties

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
Laboratory research activities

• Maintain peanut multi-parent mapping populations called PeanutMAGIC and MAGIC Core along with the eight founder parents
• Maintain the whole genome sequencing and genotyping data of the MAGIC Core
• Maintain the sequence data for 250 Aspergillus flavus genomes
• Phenotype A. flavus and aflatoxin production
• Assist with the daily operation of the laboratory
• Assist with supervision of the other members of the laboratory

Percentage of time
60

Duties/Responsibilities
Field research activities

• Field planting
• Data Collection
• Communicate regularly and timely with collaborators like LSU, UGA-Griffin and Rutgers, team members, and PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the research projects

Publications and Presentations

• Communicate research findings though publications and presentations at scientific conference

Percentage of time
35

Duties/Responsibilities
Miscellaneous

• Other duties as assigned

Percentage of time
5