Temporary Technician (Lance)
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Overview
About The University Of Georgia:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Posting Number:
G/R28117P
Working Title:
Temporary Technician (Lance)
Department:
VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
Location of Vacancy:
Augusta Area
Job Details
College/Unit/Department Website:
srel.uga.edu
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
03/01/2025
Posting Date:
01/07/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Summary
This is a technician position at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL). The incumbent(s) is/are responsible for assisting current University of Georgia MS students with field and laboratory research. The technicians will be assisting with ecotoxicological research on amphibians and snakes, which will necessitate trapping and handling in the field, setting up experiments, data collection/entry, and assisting the metal analysis of tissues. The technician(s) may also assist with some other ongoing projects such as amphibian population monitoring to include reviewing camera trap footage and acoustic recording device files.
Responsibilities
Field work for trapping/collecting amphibians and reptiles
Assist with set up, running, and data collection for ecotoxicology experiments
Data entry/management
Additional office work such as camera trap footage analysis
Percentage Of Time:
25% for field duties;
Percentage Of Time:
50% for ecotoxicology experiments;
Percentage Of Time:
15% for data entry/management;
Percentage Of Time:
10% for additional office work
Qualifications
Not explicitly listed in the provided description. The role involves field and laboratory assistance, data management, and potential handling of amphibians and snakes, with related physical demands.
Physical Demands
Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors up to 8 hours a day; attention to detail; willingness to handle amphibians and snakes; working long hours in wet and/or hot conditions.
Other Requirements
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
Is driving a requirement 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
Background Investigation
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating 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.
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Stacey Lance
Recruitment Contact Email:
lance@srel.uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr
About The University Of Georgia:
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Posting Number:
G/R28117P
Working Title:
Temporary Technician (Lance)
Department:
VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
Location of Vacancy:
Augusta Area
Job Details
College/Unit/Department Website:
srel.uga.edu
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
03/01/2025
Posting Date:
01/07/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Summary
This is a technician position at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL). The incumbent(s) is/are responsible for assisting current University of Georgia MS students with field and laboratory research. The technicians will be assisting with ecotoxicological research on amphibians and snakes, which will necessitate trapping and handling in the field, setting up experiments, data collection/entry, and assisting the metal analysis of tissues. The technician(s) may also assist with some other ongoing projects such as amphibian population monitoring to include reviewing camera trap footage and acoustic recording device files.
Responsibilities
Field work for trapping/collecting amphibians and reptiles
Assist with set up, running, and data collection for ecotoxicology experiments
Data entry/management
Additional office work such as camera trap footage analysis
Percentage Of Time:
25% for field duties;
Percentage Of Time:
50% for ecotoxicology experiments;
Percentage Of Time:
15% for data entry/management;
Percentage Of Time:
10% for additional office work
Qualifications
Not explicitly listed in the provided description. The role involves field and laboratory assistance, data management, and potential handling of amphibians and snakes, with related physical demands.
Physical Demands
Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors up to 8 hours a day; attention to detail; willingness to handle amphibians and snakes; working long hours in wet and/or hot conditions.
Other Requirements
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
Is driving a requirement 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
Background Investigation
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating 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.
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Stacey Lance
Recruitment Contact Email:
lance@srel.uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr