FWS Lab Assistant

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking an FWS Lab Assistant in Athens, GA, to support research projects on plant pathogenic fungi. This role includes maintaining lab cleanliness, preparing growth media, and supporting graduate students with experiments. Candidates should have completed or be enrolled in General Chemistry and Introductory Biology. The position offers a salary of $15 per hour, with an estimated start date of November 1, 2024.

Qualifications

• Completed or enrolled in General Chemistry.
• Completed or enrolled in Introductory Biology.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and maintain lab cleanliness.
• Make growth media and reagents.
• Autoclave trash and dispose of waste properly.
• Maintain lab equipment in working order.
• Assist graduate students and postdocs with experiments as needed.

Skills

General Chemistry

Introductory Biology

Job description

FWS Lab Assistant

Student will assist with research projects on plant pathogenic fungi.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes
• Make growth media and reagents
• Autoclave trash
• Maintain lab equipment
• Assist graduate students and postdocs with experiments as needed

Qualifications

• Completed or enrolled in General Chemistry
• Completed or enrolled in Introductory Biology

Posting Details

Posting Number: G/R27347P
Posting Date: 09/17/2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary: $15/hour
Estimated Start Date: 11/01/2024
Location: Athens, GA

Background Check

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for high-risk responsibilities.

EEO Statement

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 accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact: Mackenzee Kaye Bumgarner
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter (optional)
• List of References with Contact Information (optional)