Mead Laboratory Technician

Position Information

Classification Title Lab Tech-Life Science II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The technical and professional responsibilities associated with this position include all aspects of virologic, serologic, and molecular based diagnostics supporting both diagnostic investigation and research related to zoonotic diseases. Also included is the maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure that all safety requirements are met. Precise records and regular written and telephone communications of activities are required. Assistance in planning and selection of diagnostic approaches related to research projects also will be required.

Additional requirements are assisting with the supervision and training of undergraduate and summer student workers researching in or employed by the lab.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Laboratory experience related to working with viruses as well as traditional microbiological and molecular skills; previous experience in virology laboratory; previous experience with BSL-2 level laboratory work. Familiarity with the University of Georgia procurement and laboratory safety procedures is desirable

Physical Demands

Moderate, some light lifting. Must be capable of manual, repetitive tasks.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No 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.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Analyze research samples using a variety of techniques (cell culture and molecular)

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Provide diagnostic support for surveillance efforts related to zoonotic diseases

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist with supervision, directing work-flow, and training of undergraduate and summer students

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Maintenance of safety standards (chemical and biosafety). Maintenance of laboratory work areas and equipment. Maintenance of laboratory records, data entry, and preparation of summary reports.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Specimen inventory and shipping reagents to other laboratories. Coordinate biosafety and chemical inventory inspections. Organization and ordering of supplies needed for laboratory work

Report test results to various State and County Public Health Officials.

Percentage of time 15

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Daniel Mead Recruitment Contact Email dmead Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

Optional Documents

* Cover Letter

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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.