Research Professional III - Engineering Res
The University of Georgia

Job Info

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Posting Number:

S03937P

Working Title:

Research Professional III - Engineering Res

Department:

CAES-Plant Pathology

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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,000 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.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM. Some evenings and weekends possible.

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date:

09/10/2019

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

10/01/2019

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.

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:

Master's degree and some experience or equivalent combination of Bachelor's degree plus experience and skills.
Doctorate's Degree

Position Summary:

This is a privately funded project. The incumbent will focus on utilizing a variety of modern approaches to engineer novel resistance to cyst and root-knot nematodes in crop plants. This position is heavily technology-driven.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

Lab and research knowledge and skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven publication record

Physical Demands:

Minimal lifting/bending in the normal operations of a typical office/lab environment.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

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):

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:

The incumbent will care for plants required for executing research experiments. This will involve tissue culture, planting, watering, and harvesting of seed.

Percentage of time:

5

Duties/Responsibilities:

He/she will conduct research to manipulate nematode and plant genes to engineer novel forms of nematode resistance. The incumbent will handle and analyze genomic and/or transcriptomic datasets, transform plants, and use a variety of modern molecular and genetic approaches.

Percentage of time:

75

Duties/Responsibilities:

He/she will collect data from experiments and analyze it directly and in collaboration with the PI.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

The incumbent is expected to summarize and regularly discuss research results in both written and oral format with the PI.

Percentage of time:

5

Duties/Responsibilities:

The incumbent will supervise student workers that assist with research in the laboratory.

Percentage of time:

5

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