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Posting Number: S14125P Working Title: Lab Manager - Bartlett Department: CAES-Entomology Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Advertised Salary: $34,500, Commensurate with Experience Posting Type: External Employment Type: Employee Full/Part time: Full Time Additional Schedule Information: Monday Friday, 8:00AM 5:00PM Proposed Starting Date: 09/29/2025 Open until filled: Yes Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: 1.00 Classification Title: Lab Tech-Life Science I Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Contact: Recruitment Contact Name: Lewis Bartlett Email: lewis.bartlett@uga.edu EEO Policy Statement: 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, 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@uga.edu). USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy manual. Mandatory policies: Credit Background Check and Background Investigation Policy apply where indicated. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. Details available on the UGA Background Check website and Credit Background Check website. Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the laboratory PI, the Laboratory Manager is responsible for supporting and facilitating the labs day-to-day activities and long-term research goals. The Lab Manager oversees the labs implementation of and compliance with university research safety standards, including chemical safety plans, biosafety regulations, and hazardous and biohazardous waste disposal. In addition to stocking, maintaining, and organizing lab facilities, the Lab Manager will assist in various entomological and ecological research projects and coordinate time and resource allocations for lab members. 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
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: maintain 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 necessary adjustments 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 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 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 Collaborative Group Work: Attend/help arrange lab meetings, emails, and check-ins Assist in scheduling of meetings or events/logistics
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10 Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent #J-18808-Ljbffr
Posting Number: S14125P Working Title: Lab Manager - Bartlett Department: CAES-Entomology Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Advertised Salary: $34,500, Commensurate with Experience Posting Type: External Employment Type: Employee Full/Part time: Full Time Additional Schedule Information: Monday Friday, 8:00AM 5:00PM Proposed Starting Date: 09/29/2025 Open until filled: Yes Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: 1.00 Classification Title: Lab Tech-Life Science I Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Contact: Recruitment Contact Name: Lewis Bartlett Email: lewis.bartlett@uga.edu EEO Policy Statement: 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, 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@uga.edu). USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy manual. Mandatory policies: Credit Background Check and Background Investigation Policy apply where indicated. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. Details available on the UGA Background Check website and Credit Background Check website. Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the laboratory PI, the Laboratory Manager is responsible for supporting and facilitating the labs day-to-day activities and long-term research goals. The Lab Manager oversees the labs implementation of and compliance with university research safety standards, including chemical safety plans, biosafety regulations, and hazardous and biohazardous waste disposal. In addition to stocking, maintaining, and organizing lab facilities, the Lab Manager will assist in various entomological and ecological research projects and coordinate time and resource allocations for lab members. 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
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: maintain 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 necessary adjustments 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 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 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 Collaborative Group Work: Attend/help arrange lab meetings, emails, and check-ins Assist in scheduling of meetings or events/logistics
Percentage of time:
10 Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent #J-18808-Ljbffr