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Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 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 established School of Medicine.

The Center for Family Research conducts pioneering research on the ways in which stress affects family relationships, youth development, and adult health, with an emphasis on Black American populations in the southern United States. We study how families and individuals thrive in the face of stress from social and environmental stressors such as racism and poverty. Central to this research is the translation of basic research on development and health into empirically proven preventive interventions that leverage the strengths of families to promote family well‑being.

Posting Number: S14505P

Working Title: Phlebotomist - Shape IV

Department: VPR-Center for Family Research

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Non‑Benefits Eligible

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Schedule: Sunday – Saturday

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 12/16/2025

Closing Date: 06/30/2028

Proposed Starting Date: 01/15/2026

Location: Athens Area

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

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

• Certification as a phlebotomist

The primary responsibility of the Phlebotomist is collecting and processing blood samples (e.g., centrifuging in the field, performing aliquots onsite) as well as proper labeling, adherence to biosafety procedures, and transporting samples safely. The Phlebotomist also collects bi‑marker data (e.g., blood pressure, height, weight, hip/waist measures) and obtains informed consent while completing all visit paperwork.

• Certification as a phlebotomist
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to implement procedures in compliance with research protocols
• Demonstrate basic word processing and data entry skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Reliability
• Independence
• Strong time management
• Problem‑solving skills

• Lift, carry, and transport phlebotomy supplies, coolers, centrifuges, and field kits (up to 25 lbs)
• Load and unload equipment from UGA rental vehicles
• Organize supplies for early‑morning field preparation
• Travel to participants’ homes (up to 3 hours away from Athens)
• Drive a rental vehicle to conduct research visits

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• Conduct research visits/phlebotomies in participants’ homes
• Drive to and from participants’ homes
• Perform fasting blood draws (visits take place early morning)
• Centrifuge blood in the field
• Perform aliquots on‑site
• Label samples and complete documentation
• Adhere to biosafety procedures
• Manage chain of custody protocols while…