Research Professional

Position Information

Classification Title Research Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The Lee lab in the University of Georgia (UGA) is seeking a team oriented and highly motivated incumbent for the full-time position of Research Professional. The Lee lab studies the role of innate immune cells in the progression of Lewy body diseases.

We utilize a combination of in vivo and in vitro models of synucleinopathies to uncover the interaction between innate immune cells and abnormal protein aggregates utilizing a preclinical models of Lewy body disease. More information about our research interest and the lab can be found at https://jamlee7.wixsite.com/mysite and https://vet.uga.edu/research/research-labs/lee-lab/. Dr. Lee is affiliated with the Department of Physiology & Pharmacology, Neuroscience Program, Regenerative Bioscience Center, Biomedical & Health Science Institute, and Integrated Life Sciences Program in University of Georgia.

Dr.

Lee encourages her trainees to attend weekly interactions with colleagues, attending departmental seminars, and attending scientific conferences. The employee is needed, but are not limited to, designing and carry out his/her own research projects, directing daily operations of a project team, and maintaining protocol. Responsibilities may also include data collection, analysis, and interpretation, maintaining equipment, and presenting research findings to other staff or at conferences. A research professional typically reports to a research and public service manager and may supervise other research professionals or paraprofessionals.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Skills in neuroscience, immunology, and molecular biology.

Physical Demands

Standing at a lab bench for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 lbs. Sitting for long periods of time.

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 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

Duties/Responsibilities

1.Direct daily operations of a research project including, but not limited to research operations, facilities, and equipment maintenance, or personnel activities.

2.Monitor laboratory work to ensure compliance with set standards.

3.Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings.

4.Conduct research or assist in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities

1.Use computers, computer-interfaced equipment, robotics or high-technology industrial applications to perform work duties.

2.Input data into databases.

3.Maintain research protocols, standard operating procedures, and training manuals to support multiple research projects conducted by faculty, staff, and students.

4.Clean, maintain, and prepare supplies and work areas.

Percentage of time 40

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 Jae-Kyung Lee Recruitment Contact Email jamlee@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Documents #1
• List of References with Contact Information

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