Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Research Professional II
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$37K/yr - $37K/yrThe University of Georgia is a prominent institution of higher education with a long-standing commitment to academic excellence. The Research Professional II will conduct experimental research in plant pathology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and metabolomics, while also managing laboratory operations and ensuring safety compliance.
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Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for execution of experimental research in plant pathology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and metabolomics of plant, pests and pathogen systems. They will also assist the PI with planning and management of program research. A major portion of effort will be directed towards extraction and analysis of fungal or plant DNA, analysis of plant secondary metabolites such as phenolic, terpenoids and defense related proteins, and maintenance of the fungal collection of the lab
The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating use of laboratory equipment and resources utilized by graduate students, research faculty, and professional staff. They will maintain plant materials, tissue samples, reagents stocks, and laboratory supplies, as well as ensure that the laboratory is cleaned and kept in an orderly manner. The incumbent will ensure all instrumentations/equipment is functioning properly and arrange equipment replacement, service, and/or repair when needed. In addition, they will maintain laboratory notebooks and databases. These records will be maintained at a level that is robust and meets a standard set by critical scientific peer review
The incumbent will be responsible for providing training for students, visiting scholars and staff in proper use of laboratory equipment and in experimental methods. They will assist students and staff with experimental set up, data analyses, and proper use of laboratory resources
The incumbent will be responsible for safety regulatory requirements specific to the laboratory and ensures that the laboratory and all users are in compliance with those standards, as well as oversee safety training and certification of all laboratory personnel. They will maintain chemical inventory, laboratory safety, SDS and SOP manuals as required by the University. The incumbent will manage hazardous materials, collection, treatment, and disposal including documentation as specified by the University, and will accompany EHS staff during laboratory inspections
The incumbent will assist the PI with the management of funds and budgeting responsibilities, as well as other routine administrative tasks
Qualification
Required
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate
Advance knowledge of either molecular biology (including DNA isolation, PCR, DNA sequencing and basic bioinformatics) or analytical chemistry (including gas and/or liquid chromatography) techniques
Familiarity with sterile media preparation and fungal isolation
Familiarity with data collection, maintenance of laboratory notebooks and computer databases using software such as Excel
Administrative or supervisory experience
Benefits
Retirement Plan: TRS
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
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