Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
S10163P |
| Working Title |
Research Professional I - Parrott Lab |
| Department |
CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr |
| 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 (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to 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, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the
UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
| About the College/Unit/Department |
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| College/Unit/Department website |
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| Posting Type |
External |
| Retirement Plan |
TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type |
Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time |
Full Time |
| Work Schedule |
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| Additional Schedule Information |
Monday - Friday 8AM to 5PM. Some weekends during peak planting and harvest season. Some days may extend past 5PM during peak seasons and conferences. |
| Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with Experience |
| Posting Date |
03/29/2023 |
| Open until filled |
Yes |
| Closing Date |
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| Proposed Starting Date |
05/01/2023 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
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 |
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| Position Summary |
The individual will produce and analyze turfgrass biotechnology, as part of an overall project on turf development as well as produce and analyze soybean tissue as part of an overall project on soybean genome editing technology. This will include gathering tissues and establishing tissue cultures, establishment, care, preparation and analysis of the plants; collecting data, keeping and submitting records of materials processed, preparing monthly progress reports; supervision and training of undergraduate students. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Knowledge in gene editing using both CRISPR/Cas9 and CRISPR/Cas12a and plant transformation of grasses.
- Sterile technique and molecular analysis (including DNA isolation, PCR, library preps); plant tissue and cell culture.
- Plant husbandry.
- Competency in analyzing genome editing.
- Quantitative genetics with programming skills for statistical analyses, and high throughput sequencing data analysis.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as excellent writing skills as demonstrated by a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Ability to publish in the field of plant molecular genetics and/or genomics.
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| Physical Demands |
- Some lifting up to 25lbs.
- Plant and care for soybean plants in the greenhouse in hot and cold temps, including lifting pots and moving pots and soil.
- Occasional field work.
- Driving as needed to perform job duties.
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
Yes |
| 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 website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Turfgrass and soybean transformation and tissue culture, including vector preparation, aseptic technique, media preparation.
- Molecular analysis (DNA extraction, PCR, hybridization) of transgenic turfgrass and soybean.
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| Percentage of time |
40 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Record-keeping and uploading to project web site as needed.
- Data analysis and interpretation.
- Preparation of monthly reports, and represent lab in project conference calls.
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| Percentage of time |
30 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assist with lab and equipment maintenance, including ordering and tracking chemical inventories.
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| Percentage of time |
10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Care for turfgrass and soybean plants in greenhouse (planting, maintenance, tissue harvest).
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| Percentage of time |
10 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Supervision and training of undergraduate students.
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| Percentage of time |
10 |
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retirement plan
March 29, 2023