Controlled Substances Coordinator

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S14622P
• Working Title:
  
  Controlled Substances Coordinator
• Department: VPR-Research Compliance Admin

About the University of Georgia:
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. 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.

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Posting Type:
External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:
Full Time

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Advertised Salary: $45,000- $50,000
• Posting Date: 01/21/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Closing Date:
• Proposed Starting Date: 03/01/2026

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

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

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• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  EHS Technician III
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to obtain and maintain federal and state-controlled substances permits, registrations, or licenses, as pertinent, is required.

Position Summary

The Controlled Substances Coordinator will be responsible for assisting University of Georgia faculty with registration, licensing, and permitting for the research use of Controlled Substances as required by federal and state regulation. The Controlled Substances Coordinator will facilitate compliance of registered faculty with local, state and federal regulations and institutional policies governing the procurement, storage, handling, disposition, and documentation of controlled substances at the University of Georgia.

This role involves assessing controlled substances inventories, reviewing related records and verifying compliance to prevent the misuse, diversion or mishandling of such substances. The role requires collaboration with and assisting UGA research compliance units and interaction with state and federal regulatory agencies.

• Demonstrates current knowledge of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations that impact how controlled substances are managed, including but not limited to the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970 (aka The Controlled Substances Act).
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous record keeping, especially involving the conduct of audits in healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry and/or the research settings.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with…