Lab Manager - Fish Room

Posting Number

S14795P

Working Title

Lab Manager - Fish Room

Department

Franklin-Genetics

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the College/Unit/Department

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Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

M-F: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

03/03/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

03/16/2026

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

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Classification Title

Lab Tech-Life Science II

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Position Summary

The White Lab is seeking a full-time Lab Manager who will support research exploring the genetics and genomics of sex chromosomes. The employee will manage the fish facility, maintain lab supplies, and manage undergraduate workers. The employee will also have the opportunity to support research projects in the lab. The position will include managing a stickleback aquaculture facility, assisting with multiple research projects, maintaining lab supplies, training new lab members, managing undergraduate workers, and participating in regular laboratory meetings.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Experience with aquaculture
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Physical Demands

Lift up to 40 pounds.

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…