Temporary Technician; Ferguson

Temporary Technician (Ferguson)

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Posting Number: G/R28834P

Working Title:

Temporary Technician (Ferguson)
Department: VPR‑Savannah River Ecology Lab

About the University of Georgia –
UGA is Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). With more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements, UGA is committed to higher education, ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs roughly 3,100 faculty and over 7,700 full‑time staff with an enrollment exceeding 41,000 students.

Employment Type:

Employee

Schedule:

Additional Information
Salary:
Advertised Salary

Start Date:

05/07/2025
Posting Date: 04/02/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Location of Vacancy:
Augusta Area
Is Additional Schedule Information Advertised:
Yes

• Routine chemical analysis of environmental samples, operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation (XRD, ICP‑MS, FT‑IR, etc.). – 70% of time
• Assistance in the general day‑to‑day running of the laboratory, QA/QC and health and safety compliance. – 10% of time
• Assistance in preparation of research proposals and reports submitted to funding institutions. – 20% of time

The main responsibilities will include assistance in the routine analysis of environmental samples, including assisting with the operation and maintenance of lab equipment (ICP‑MS, ICP‑OES, XRD, XRF, etc.). The incumbent will ensure compliance with all QA/QC and health and safety procedures and assist in the general day‑to‑day running of the laboratory. Other duties may include assistance in the preparation of research manuscripts and reports for funding institutions.

The job may involve handling and analysis of radionuclides. Additional job‑specific training will be provided as appropriate.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position – Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies.

Physical Demands:
Limited work outside maintaining environmental monitoring equipment and soil sampling.

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 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

Background Investigation Policy:
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. The candidate may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. 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, 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).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://.

USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom, available online at https://.

Recruitment Contact:
Brennan Ferguson
Email: brennan.ferguson

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