Temporary Technician

About The University Of Georgia:

Posting Number: G/R20897P

Working Title: Temporary Technician

Department: VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm

Anticipated

Start Date:

04/04/2023

Posting Date: 03/21/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Augusta Area

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About The College/Unit/Department: See website

College/Unit/Department Website: srel.uga.edu

The Research Assistant position involves the use of statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to enhance understanding of the long-term hydrological cycles on biological migratory behavior at the Savannah River Site. The position will assist in data base development, processing, and preparation of data report.

• Data processing and analysis (70% of time)
• Biweekly reporting and preparation of final report (25% of time)
• Orientation and training at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (5% of time)

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00

Position Summary (continued): The position involves the use of statistics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to enhance understanding of long-term hydrological cycles on biological migratory behavior at the Savannah River Site. The role includes data base development, processing, and preparation of data reports.

Limited work outside maintaining environmental monitoring equipment and soil sampling. Lift up to 50 lbs.

• Is This Position 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
• Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No
• Security Access: Yes

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history as they relate to the job requirements, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Visit the UGA Background Check website for details.

Recruitment Contact Name: Dan Kaplan

Recruitment Contact Email: daniel.kaplan

EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. People needing accommodations or assistance with accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

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