Position Information

Classification Title Research Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This position will be responsible for support of CIVIC and SPARTA and BSL-2 laboratory activities. The position is responsible for the laboratory support duties such as washing and autoclaving glassware, routine and preventative maintenance of lab equipment. The position is responsible for preparing culture media, reagents, buffers and other solutions. The position will order, stock and inventory supplies; maintain a clean and sterile lab environment; assist with administration duties such as package shipping and receiving, mail retrieval, answering phones and processing visitors. This position will perform cell culture, media supernatant harvesting, protein protein purification, western blots, protein quantification, ELISA, maintain B cell hybridomas, monoclonal antibody assessment. The position is necessary for the continued excellence and productivity of laboratory activities.

Funding for position is contingent upon NIH yearly renewal. Continuation of employment, while probable, is not guaranteed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Read and develop basic understanding of research project protocols. Existing knowledge or willingness to learn BSL-2 laboratory activities. Effective communication skills. Demonstrate critical thinking skills while carrying out instructions. Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, while providing consultation to a variety of stakeholders. Maintain a positive attitude and calm demeanor throughout stressful situations. Accept constructive criticism. Basic computer knowledge in MSWord and Excel.

Physical Demands

* Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

* Sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.

* Work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.

* Wear necessary protective gear (e.g., facemask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles).

* Work for long periods of time with arms extended.

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? 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. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Perform cell culture, media supernatant harvesting, protein purification, western blots, protein quantification, ELISA, maintain B cell hybridomas, monoclonal antibody assessment, processing human and animal blood samples.

Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities

Preparing culture media, reagents, buffers and other solutions. Support duties such as washing and autoclaving glassware, routine and preventative maintenance of lab equipment.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Lead technical aspects of research involving support BSL-2 laboratory activities as well as organizing BSL-2 schedules.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

To order, stock and inventory supplies as needed; maintain a clean and sterile lab environment; assist with administration duties, such as package shipping and receiving, mail retrieval, answering phones and processing visitors in lab. Occasionally drive to pick up samples from the Medical school campus or the CDC, and campus errands.

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 Parris Baker Recruitment Contact Email parris.baker@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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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/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.