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Post-Doctoral Associate - Parrott Lab

University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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Posting Number: G/R24749P Working Title: Post-Doctoral Associate - Parrott Lab Department: CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr 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. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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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.

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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. About the College/Unit/Department: College/Unit/Department website: Employment Type: Employee Additional Schedule Information: M-F 8AM-5PM, some nights and weekends during peak seasons and when traveling to conferences. Advertised Salary: $50,000 or Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2024 Posting Date: 03/07/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EOO 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, 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@uga.edu). 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

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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

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community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the

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Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in

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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,

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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 . Duties / Responsibilities

Design and test regeneration/transformation protocols for grasses using appropriate experimental design. Advanced level of awareness of the methods, procedures, and techniques used in plant transformation and genome editing. Design and test vectors for transformation and editing. Advanced molecular techniques and cloning, as well as sterile technique, media preparation, plant tissue and cell culture - isolation and maintenance of embryogenic tissue. Design, test, and analyze a) multiplexed genome editing in a heterozygous polypoid, and b) engineer one metabolic pathway. Molecular genetic methods, including high-throughput DNA sequencing and genotyping technologies, as well as tissue culture and regeneration. Communicating regularly and in a timely fashion with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the operation of the laboratory and prepare timely progress reports, record technical procedures with a high level of detail, analyze data as necessary, and promptly prepare manuscripts for publication. Coordinating research with other labs. Assisting with the daily operations of the laboratory as well as the training and supervision of the other members of the laboratory. Handle permits and shipping authorization requests. Other related duties as assigned. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills used.

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