Laboratory Technician Ii

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S15680P
• Working Title:
  
  LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II
• Department:
  Vet Med-SAMS Infect Disease Lab
• 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 (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.

• Posting Type:
  External
• Retirement Plan: TRS
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part time:
  Full Time
• Additional Schedule Information: M-F; 40 hours
• Advertised Salary:
  Commensurate with Experience
• Posting Date: 09/01/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 10/01/2026
• 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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  The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy  Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Lab Tech-Medical Science II
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Minimum Qualifications:

  High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

• Position Summary:

  This is a responsible technical position in the Infectious Diseases Laboratory (IDL) in the Department of Small Animal Medicine and Surgery in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The position will primarily require good general lab techniques and a willingness to learn new techniques are important. The use of aseptic techniques for sample handling, and processing are necessary. This position will require development and validation of neutralization assays, nucleic acid purification, amplification and running polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests using a thermocycler and agarose gel and methods.

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or
  
  Competencies:

  Well organized with absolute attention to detail. Willing to perform scientific bench work. Knowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the job. General software competency. Attention to detail in every aspect of work ranging from assigning submission number to processing to running tests to recording and reporting results.

• Physical Demands:

  Sit for long periods of time and repetitive hand movement (ex. pipetting, writing, computer typing)

• 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…