Plant Metabolomics Technician: LC-MS/MS Methods & Training

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Research Professional in Plant Metabolomics in Athens. The role operates and maintains LC-MS/MS and GC-MS instruments, develops analytical methods, and supports metabolite analysis for the Plant Center.

You will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and graduate students on basic and applied plant science, assist with data processing, user training, and service requests, and have opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with metabolite profiling and MS data interpretation.
• Ability to train others and oversee instrument maintenance.
• Ability to understand and apply new complex methods in a fast-changing environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple service projects with collaborators.

Responsibilities

• GC-MS and LC-MS/MS metabolite profiling and data extraction; Percentage of time 50.
• New analytical method development with instrument upkeep and inventory management; Percentage of time 35.
• Project consultation and management; Percentage of time 15.

Skills

Metabolite profiling

MS data interpretation

Train others

Method development

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years related experience

Tools

GC-MS

LC-MS/MS

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Research Professional in Plant Metabolomics in Athens. The role operates and maintains LC-MS/MS and GC-MS instruments, develops analytical methods, and supports metabolite analysis for the Plant Center.

You will collaborate with faculty, researchers, and graduate students on basic and applied plant science, assist with data processing, user training, and service requests, and have opportunities for professional development.