Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15355P

Working Title

Research Technician

Department

Franklin-Plant Biology

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia's learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80-degree programs across 40+ units.

College/Unit/Department website

https://www.plantbio.uga.edu/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

M-F, 8am-5pm; some weekend work may be required

Advertised Salary

$35,200

Posting Date

06/25/2026

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

07/02/2026

Proposed Starting Date

07/13/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title

Research Tech-Life Science I

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

This position is a technician in the Department of Plant Biology, University of Georgia, Athens to aid in research of genome engineering and plant-microbe synthetic biology in the Grome lab, and to assist in day-to-day lab managerialtasks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Highly detail-oriented, organized, and willing to work as part of a team, as this position will include keeping track of multiple projects, people, and organismalsystems.

Physical Demands

Standing, bending, lifting up to 25lbs, spending long periods of time at a researchbench and computer

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

The candidate will assist the PI, graduate students, and other trainees with performing experiments in plant biology, microbiology, molecular biology, andsynthetic biology. General protocols will include:

• preparing chemical reagents
• designing bacterial and eukaryotic expression constructs
• plasmid assembly and cloning
• assembling/purifying DNA for genomic, amplicon, and plasmid sequencing
• transforming plants & microbes with constructs
• tissue culturing of engineered plants
• collecting/analyzing genomic, protein, & metabolomic samples
• if the candidate desires, there could be opportunities to write and publishpeer-reviewed manuscripts.

Percentage of time

60

Duties/Responsibilities

The candidate will perform basic laboratory support functions including:

• routine preparation of growth media,
• maintaining algal cultures,
• setup/maintenance of research equipment,
• washing dishes and operating autoclave,
• maintaining general lab cleanliness/organization.

Percentage of time

30

Duties/Responsibilities

The candidate will assist with routine ordering of laboratory supplies and assist the supervisor in administrative tasks, including shipping and receiving.

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

Dr. Michael Grome

Recruitment Contact Email

[email protected]

Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents