COVID-19 Diagnostic Technician

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S07011P
• Working Title:
  
  COVID-19 Diagnostic Technician
• Department:
  Vet Med-Athens Diagnostic Lab
• Posting Type:
  External
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Full/Part Time:
  Full Time
• Work Schedule:
  
  8:00-5:00 Monday - Friday
• Opening Until Filled:
  Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 10/11/2021
• Location of Vacancy:
  Athens Area

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food‑producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.

The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well‑rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community ().

Vet.uga.edu/dlab

Classification

Title:

Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA: Non‑Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2‑year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This technician is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the performance of all Molecular Diagnostic test procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral and fungal diseases of animals.

Experience in a microbiology, medical technology, veterinary diagnostic, commercial or public health laboratory.

Lift 40 pounds unassisted. Stand, walk or sit for long periods of time.

No

Yes

No

Yes

• Perform Molecular Diagnostic test procedures for the diagnosis of animal and human diseases under BSL2, enhanced BSL2 and BSL3 conditions.
  Percentage of time: 85%
• General lab maintenance. Maintain a clean organized environment with adequate inventory at all times.
  Percentage of time: 15%

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

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