Laboratory Research Technician

University of Georgia - Athens, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Athens, GA

5,001-10,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Laboratory Research Technician will work in a genetics/molecular biology lab, conducting experiments related to chromatin structure and function in the model fungus N. crassa, as well as developing anti-fungal drugs. This role requires independent work as well as collaboration with a research team, focusing on maintaining laboratory operations and ensuring the integrity of research data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of strain collections and durable long-term reagents such as antisera.
• Independently set up and monitor experiments in progress.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct or recommend solutions to problems associated with experimental design, methods, procedures, and techniques, or equipment and facilities.
• Develop and/or implement new or modified research methods, procedures, and techniques to meet the unique requirements of assigned research problems.
• Prepare the schedule for lab community chores by students, staff, and postdocs for completion.
• Schedule and monitor utilization of laboratory facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor equipment and instrument performance; obtain necessary maintenance and repair.
• Coordinate ordering and maintain stock of laboratory supplies.
• Provide technical direction to new lab members and student workers.
• Monitor work in progress to ensure accomplishment is timely and in accordance with reasonable methods and standards.
• Instruct others in routine laboratory methods, procedures, and techniques and provide technical guidance and direction as needed.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data resulting from experimentation.
• Perform literature searches to develop information of relevance to the research.
• Prepare appropriate and understandable representations of data such as sequences, graphs, charts, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of reports and presentation of the research findings.

Requirements

• Technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
• Highly competent in molecular biological and/or biochemical methods; skills with nucleic acids and proteins desirable.
• Ability to work both independently and in collaborations with others at different universities, applying critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage laboratory inventory and records.
• Editorial skills for preparation of reports.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications, including standard software packages for data analysis and presentation.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with hazardous materials such as radioactive materials, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals.
• Superior interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Benefits Eligible
• Full Time Employment
• Retirement Plan (TRS)