RESEARCH PROFESSIONAL I

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Dec 10, 2024

Posting Details

Posting Number	S01907P
Working Title	RESEARCH PROFESSIONAL I
Department	Warnell-Research
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.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	Internal (PEP)
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm
Advertised Salary	$33,023
Posting Date	09/12/2018
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	01/01/2019
Special Instructions to Applicants	You must be a current employee to be considered for this position.
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.
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	RESEARCH PROFESSIONAL I
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	100
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree and some related experience or equivalent combination required. Area-specific certification and/or training may be required and other training will be provided as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	Technical and professional responsibilities associated with this position include field and laboratory research and diagnostics related to wildlife health. Included will be both the supervision of others doing this work and active participation in completing these tasks. Also included, is the supervisory responsibility of field and laboratory equipment maintenance (equipment and supplies) and assuring that all safety and regulatory requirements are met. Precise records are required. Assistance in planning and selection of sampling and diagnostic approaches related to research projects and diagnostic samples, including assistance with both grant and manuscript preparation, also will be required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Basic skills related to wildlife biology and wildlife disease investigations (including necropsy and approved euthanasia techniques) and research. Experience with organizing and maintaining large data sets. Experience with work related to infectious pathogens and the maintenance of biosafety standards in the field.
Physical Demands	Moderate. Possibly short periods in the field (~1 week).
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?
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?
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
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	Apply primary investigator's directive, perform disease research and surveillance, and manage data collection for multiple projects from inception to conclusion.
Percentage of time	30

Duties/Responsibilities	Supervise and train graduate students and other field/lab personnel including visitors from the USA and/or foreign countries regarding field operating procedures, techniques and methodologies.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities	Coordinate & perform field and lab work associated with research projects.
Percentage of time	20

Duties/Responsibilities	Independently analyzes data, write reports, present findings at international and national meetings, and coauthor papers for publication in scientific journals.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Assist with laboratory analysis of samples when needed.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Maintain all field and lab related items including ordering supplies, equipment, instrument calibration, inventory, hazardous waste management meeting all OSHA safety regulations.
Percentage of time	10