Research Technician

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research laboratory is seeking a dedicated Research Technician to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking studies related to the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which affects billions globally. As a vital member of the lab, you will be responsible for essential laboratory tasks, including maintaining cell cultures, organizing inventories, and training students. This position not only allows you to contribute to important research but also to develop your skills in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about scientific exploration and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge in laboratory work through education or apprenticeship.
• Experience in a research laboratory setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform general lab chores and supervise undergraduate students.
• Maintain tissue culture cells and assist in ongoing research projects.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Research Laboratory Experience

Cell Culture Maintenance

Supervising Undergraduate Students

Education

2-Year Degree or Professional Certificate

Job description

Research Technician

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Posting Details

Posting Number: S12740P

Working Title: Research Technician

Department: VPR-Center Trop Emerg Glob Dis

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of 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.

Position Information

Classification Title: Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.

Position Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Silvia Moreno, located at the Coverdell Center for Biomedical Research, is looking for a full-time technician. The laboratory studies the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which infects over 2 billion people worldwide. The job involves general laboratory tasks like maintaining cells and parasite lines, organization of reagents and laboratory inventories, training and supervising undergraduate students, etc. This technician will also be involved in ongoing research projects on drug discovery or calcium signaling.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Basic knowledge of lab work like making dilutions, sterility, etc.
• Experience working in a research laboratory.

Physical Demands

• Standing for long periods of time.

Duties/Responsibilities

• General laboratory chores, which include placing orders, supervising and training undergraduate students, assisting post-docs and graduate students with their experiments, disposal of biohazardous, chemical and radioactive waste, maintaining inventories. (50% of time)
• Maintaining tissue culture cells used for the growth of Toxoplasma gondii. (30% of time)
• Helping the PI with writing animal, biosafety, chemical protocols, developing SOPs for working with specific reagents, and conducting animal work for generating antibodies and other experiments. (20% of time)

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Silvia Moreno

Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

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