Laboratory Manager

Overview

Posting Number: S14655P

Working Title: Laboratory Manager

Department: Franklin-Genetics

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Full/Part time: Full Time

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Location details: Rozario lab, 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. 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.

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Proposed Starting Date: 03/01/2026

Criminal Background Check and Credit Background: Background investigations and, if applicable, credit checks are requirements for employment. See policy details on the UGA Background Check website and UGA Credit Background Check website.

• Complete primary research projects in collaboration with the PI to understand growth, regeneration and reproduction of tapeworms.
• Lead lab maintenance tasks including propagation of the tapeworm life cycle, organize and maintain inventory of research materials, prepare common solutions and reagents, and ensure lab compliance and efficient lab operations.
• Supervise research technicians in the lab and perform primary research under PI supervision.
• Independently supervise timely completion of lab maintenance tasks.
• Train and supervise personnel in lab operations and maintenance tasks.
• Perform data analysis and communication tasks using Fiji, microscopy software, Adobe Suite, PowerPoint/Keynote, spreadsheets, Prism, and related tools; participate in regular lab meetings and conferences as opportunities arise.

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience.
• Preferred: BA/BSc in biological sciences.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies include molecular biology skills, microinjection, tissues sectioning, RNA in situ hybridization, and related laboratory techniques as described in the knowledge section.

• Complete primary research projects with the PI (60% of time).
• Independently supervise lab maintenance tasks (20% of time).
• Train and supervise lab personnel (10% of time).
• Data analysis, presentation, and software utilization; participate in lab meetings and conference presentations (10% of time).

• USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Additional policies available online via USG policy manual and the USG Code of Conduct.
• EEO Policy: 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 accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).
• Other: This position does not involve driving, P-Card use as an essential function, or direct interaction with children or patients.
• Contact: Recruitment Contact Name:
  Dr. Tania Rozario;
  Email:
  Tania.
  
  Rozario

Open/Close Dates: Open until filled:
No;
Closing Date: 02/09/2026;
Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with experience