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FWS Lab Assistant

University of Georgia

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Lab Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in supporting research activities. This position involves maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing essential growth media, and assisting graduate students with their experiments. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for science, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to important research while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative environment. Become part of a community dedicated to excellence in education and research.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
  • Ability to follow instructions and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

  • Wash dishes and maintain lab cleanliness.
  • Assist with experiments and prepare growth media.

Skills

Laboratory Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management

Education

High School Diploma
Undergraduate Coursework in Biology

Tools

Autoclave
Lab Equipment

Job description

Posting Details



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Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.
















































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@uga.edu).




The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 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://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.


Posting NumberG/R27347P
Working TitleFWS Lab Assistant
DepartmentCAES-Plant Pathology
About the University of Georgia
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment TypeEmployee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary$15/hour
Anticipated Start Date11/01/2024
Posting Date09/17/2024
Closing Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of VacancyAthens Area
EOO Statement
USG Core Values Statement




Duties/Responsibilities





Wash dishes, make growth media and reagents, autoclave trash, maintain lab equipment. Assist with graduate student and postdoc experiments as needed.






Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time100


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