Research Technician - plant transformation

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12402P

Working Title Research Technician - plant transformation

Department Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Schedule to be discussed

Advertised Salary 34,000

Posting Date 07/22/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 12/02/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

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Position Information

Classification Title Research 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. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The incumbent will join a poplar functional genomics research team to investigate molecular regulation of various agronomy traits. The primary responsibilities are Agrobacterium-mediated transformation and regeneration of Populus, micropropagation, and transgenic plant maintenance. Additional duties include assistance with molecular cloning, genotyping of transgenic plants, and other routine molecular analyses, tissue processing, data entry, equipment maintenance, and other lab chores. This employee is also needed to assist senior lab personnel with preparation of research progress report and other lab reports when appropriate.

This position is grant-funded for a year and may be renewed for up to a total of three years.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Experience in plant tissue culture.
• Attention to detail when handling research materials and routine/recurring procedures.
• Careful hands, patience, and ability to work independently after training, use good judgment, and trouble-shoot the technical activities.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Demands

• Sit for long periods of time.
• Lift 20 pounds.
• Withstand hot and humid conditions for greenhouse-related work.
• Work with hazardous chemicals.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? No

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) No

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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

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plant tissue culture and transformation, including micropropagation and organogenesis-based plant regeneration, media preparation and routine subculture and plant maintenance.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

• Molecular biology, including cloning, bacterial transformation, plant tissue collection, DNA/RNA extraction and PCR analysis.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

• Data entry, plant inventory including transformation status tracking, and preparation of research updates and progress reports.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

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

Recruitment Contact Name CJ Tsai

Recruitment Contact Email cjtsai@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents