Necropsy Student Assistant

Job Details

Posting Number: G/R32187P

Working Title: Necropsy Student Assistant

Department: Vet Med-Athens Diagnostic Lab

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated

Start Date:

03/01/2026

Posting Date: 02/10/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Classification

Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA: Non‑Exempt

FTE: 0.50

This position provides basic assistance for the diagnostic necropsy service to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and clients of the Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

• Clean and disinfect necropsy suite (40% of time).
• Maintain a clean and well‑stocked necropsy suite (40% of time).
• Assist under direct supervision with necropsies as needed (20% of time).

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proof of protective rabies titer from the past 2 years is preferred.

Physical Demands: Lift 50 lbs.

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

Is driving a requirement 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

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.

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).

Recruitment Contact Name: Corey Brisson

Recruitment Contact Email: Corey.

Brisson