Laboratory Prep Manager

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in Athens is seeking a Laboratory Prep Manager to support the BIOL lab program in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. The role oversees the prep room, organizes materials, sets up and breaks down laboratory sessions, and coordinates with greenhouse operations and other departments to ensure smooth course delivery.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of materials and supplies for introductory biology laboratories including planning, scheduling, and placing orders; culturing, collecting, and preparing materials; keeping detailed prep notes with updates of changes.
• Primary Lab staff member who sets up and breaks down the introductory teaching laboratories each week.
• Maintenance of records and documentation for teaching laboratories including safety data sheets and equipment maintenance; arranging service for instruments when needed; troubleshooting equipment/supply issues.
• Supervision of student staff safety information and instructions; may assist with hiring and timecard approvals.
• Assisting with administrative duties to support the BIOL lab program including monitoring a Biology Lab email account and coordinating with other departments.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Lab prep management

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: S15532P

Working Title: Laboratory Prep Manager

Department: Franklin-Biological Sciences

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department: Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website: https://biosciences.uga.edu/

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Work Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience up to $40,000

Posting Date: 07/30/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2026

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy 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, 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 ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title: Lab Tech-Life Science I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary: This is a position as a Laboratory Prep Manager to support the instructional biology instructional laboratories. The position will be responsible for management of the general prep room in support of all laboratory courses in the BIOL Lab Program. This includes but is not limited to the preparation of materials and supplies for multiple laboratory sections, setting up and breaking down laboratory materials, ordering, preparing, and culturing laboratory materials, working with UGA greenhouses and other departments, and maintaining laboratory prep notes. UGA HazMat and Chemical Right to Know training upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Broad background in standard laboratory safety and procedures.

Physical Demands: Sometimes heavy lifting of lab equipment, working with chemicals, significant standing and walking.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

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

• Preparation of materials and supplies for the introductory biology laboratories including planning, scheduling, and placing orders; culturing, collecting, and preparing materials; keeping detailed prep notes with updates of changes. (35%)
• Primary Lab staff member whosets up and breaks down the introductory teaching laboratories each week. (35%)
• Maintenance of records and documentation associated with the teaching laboratory classrooms including records of safety data sheets for chemical use and hazardous waste management, cleaning and maintaining equipment (microscopes, spectrophotometers, pipets, etc.), arranging professional service for instruments to be cleaned and calibrated as required, and trouble-shooting equipment/supply issues (10%)
• Providing supervision of and safety information and instructions for student staff. May assist with process of hiring and timecard approval of student staff. (15%)
• Assisting with administrative duties as needed to support the BIOL lab program including monitoring a Biology Lab UGA email account, assisting with the Division graduation, attending to requests from other UGA faculty/departments as well as initiatives of existing community outreach programs. (5%)