Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Advertised Salary $34,500, Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 09/15/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/29/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Lab Tech-Life Science I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the laboratory PI, the Laboratory Manager is responsible for supporting and facilitating the lab's day-to-day activities and long-term research goals. The Lab Manager is responsible for overseeing the lab's implementation of and compliance with university research safety standards, including but not limited to chemical safety plans, biosafety regulations, and hazardous and biohazardous waste disposal.

In addition to stocking, maintaining, and organizing lab facilities, the Lab Manager is expected to assist in various entomological and ecological research projects. Project specifics differ based on the lab's current research goals, but the Lab Manager is expected to directly support lab members by coordinating their needs regarding time and resource allocation.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of principles of biology, ecology, entomology, chemistry
• Proficiency in laboratory skills
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment
• Demonstrated organizational and data management skills
• Experience handling and rearing live specimen, especially insects
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Demands

• Extended periods of sitting at a desk/microscope.
• Travel to and from meetings.
• Handling of stinging insects.
• Handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Moderate lifting, loading, and transportation of boxes, equipment.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

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 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
Laboratory Management:

• Ensure lab compliance with health and safety standards, coordinate yearly inspections, and ensure all lab members are up to date on necessary trainings
• Oversee lab chemical management and safety, including: keep an updated chemical inventory through Chematix, develop and implement annual Chemical Safety Plan, and Hazardous Waste Management
• Oversee lab compliance to Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) Protocol, assist Biosafety Office with any necessary adjusts to current IBC protocol, update and maintain laboratory biosafety manual, ensure all lab members have necessary biosafety trainings, assist in biohazardous waste transport and management
• Manage lab stock and inventory of materials (including consumables, chemicals, and equipment) as well as facility organization
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and coordinate service for lab equipment
• Manage and update laboratory safety manual and Material Safety Data Sheets to ensure UGA Right To Know compliance

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Scientific Research:

• Assist on various research projects by utilizing techniques such as parasitological assays, microscopy, insect identification, and basic chemistry
• Assist maintenance and acquisition of live insect populations, in both field and lab settings

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Purchasing and Clerical Duties:

• Maintain lab stock of necessary materials through purchasing within budgetary guidelines, grant management, and budgeting
• Communicate with lab members to identify equipment and supply needs
• Complete required trainings and maintain laboratory records of all lab members' trainings
• Additional reading, notetaking, and clerical deskwork as needed

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Collaborative Group Work:

• Attend/help arrange lab meetings, emails, and check-ins
• Assist in scheduling of meetings or events/logistics

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 Lewis Bartlett Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents