Laboratory Technician II - Devos Lab

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 Devos lab requires the assistance of a full time laboratory technician to ensure that project deliverables are met, undergraduate employees are adequately trained and supervised in the lab, and to ensure that supplies and chemicals are properly ordered and tracked. This position is in the Devos Lab and assists with a variety of research projects as well as conducts administrative duties, ordering, maintaining chemical inventories, and ensuring compliance with lab safety regulations.

Additional duties are assisting with greenhouse and field work. This position involves the use of a P-Card

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Detail-oriented and accurate for both experimental activities and lab manager activities.

* Strong organizational skills

* Good financial acumen to manage budgets, procurement

* Strong communication skills

* Ability to learn and acquire new procedures/skills and solve routine technical problems.

* Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments, working independently with limited supervision.

* Ability to train others effectively and efficiently in the laboratory

* Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).

Physical Demands

* Greenhouse as well as outdoor work in hot conditions

* Lift 20lbs

* Some sitting and standing in the laboratory environment

* Driving as needed to perform job duties

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes 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? Yes 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.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Administrative duties such as ordering laboratory supplies from various vendors using UGAMart and other platforms. Utilizes Campus Optics for tracking of chemicals stored in the laboratory. Maintain lab safety records along with training new student employees on proper safety and compliance processes. Serves as a P-Card holder, processing transactions in compliance with policy and established procedures.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Assists with a variety of research projects in the Devos lab. Tasks will include research plant growth, maintenance and harvesting, laboratory experiments, and preparation of reagents and media.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Training undergraduate employees and graduate students on proper lab protocols and experimental procedures to ensure that project deliverables are met.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Assisting with work in the greenhouses and field sites where plant material for sponsored projects are grown, propagated and harvested. Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10

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 Niki Walden Recruitment Contact Email nikiwalden Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

* Cover Letter

* List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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