Research Professional II

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

This position is responsible for parasite production and maintenance of filarial life cycles. Conducting experiments independently or with minimal supervision. This position will also supervise and train undergraduates in these procedures

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Manual dexterity; Previous laboratory animal, parasitology/entomology experience;

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs and Graph Pad Prism; Experience using a microscope/dissecting scope

Previous management of filarial life cycles; Knowledge of larval migration inhibition assay; Extensive knowledge of experimental design of both in vivo and in vitro experiments with filarial parasites.

Physical Demands

Occasional lifting of boxes

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

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage and conduct independent research projects

Percentage of time 65 Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining the life cycles of mosquitoes and filariae; coordinate and prepare shipments of filarial materials to researchers; Laboratory maintenance - cleaning and sterilize glassware and equipment, stock and order supplies; restraint, handling, and bleeding of laboratory rodents, dogs and cats

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Periodic duties:

External training coordinator; Maintain animal inventory records and order animals as needed; Cross-train on other laboratory procedures, and assist in procedures as needed; Maintain equipment and supply inventories and repair records; Perform related duties as required and assist PI, Assoc. and Asst. Research Scientists as needed.

Percentage of time 15

Contact Information

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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