BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Position Information
External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Flexibility may be needed.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 04/25/2023 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/15/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area
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, 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 h rweb@uga.edu.
Position Summary This position will serve as the lab manager/research technician for the research lab of Dr. Jesse Schank in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology. The Schank lab conducts NIH-funded basic research pertaining to stress, depression, alcohol consumption, and drug seeking behavior using preclinical rodent models.
Responsibilities
Organize and assist in implementation of research projects including data collection, assay development and execution, and project management.
Perform multiple assays in cell/molecular biology including qPCR and immunohistochemistry.
Use light and confocal microscopy to analyze samples.
Prepare drugs and reagents for laboratory and rodent behavioral work.
Perform behavioral testing assays with rodents, perform surgeries, and dissect brain tissue when necessary. Section brain tissue on cryostat.
Work with multiple investigators within the laboratory and professionally communicate with investigators and colleagues concerning workflow, time limitations, and project status.
Train current laboratory members on processes and procedures needed.
Qualifications
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.
Prior experience with rodent work is highly preferred.
Basic laboratory skills, including sterile technique and basic analytical skills.
Duties Percentage of time 60% – Perform laboratory maintenance duties such as autoclaving, dishwashing, and technical equipment maintenance. Maintain inventory of chemicals, media, and other supplies through the UGAmart. Proper disposal of biohazardous waste. Maintain a clean and sterile lab environment; assist with research associated administration duties such as package shipping and receiving. Manage mouse breeding and maintain mouse lines.
Percentage of time 20% – Produce and record data, interpreting and analyzing the results of experimental assays including data from behavioral studies, immunohistochemistry, and PCR analysis. Organize and present data at various lab meetings. Support submission of data and preliminary results for grants.
Percentage of time 10% – Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact Name Mandy Grizzle Recruitment Contact Email mandy.grizzle@uga.edu
Applicant Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
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Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Flexibility may be needed.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 04/25/2023 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/15/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area
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, 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 h rweb@uga.edu.
Position Summary This position will serve as the lab manager/research technician for the research lab of Dr. Jesse Schank in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology. The Schank lab conducts NIH-funded basic research pertaining to stress, depression, alcohol consumption, and drug seeking behavior using preclinical rodent models.
Responsibilities
Organize and assist in implementation of research projects including data collection, assay development and execution, and project management.
Perform multiple assays in cell/molecular biology including qPCR and immunohistochemistry.
Use light and confocal microscopy to analyze samples.
Prepare drugs and reagents for laboratory and rodent behavioral work.
Perform behavioral testing assays with rodents, perform surgeries, and dissect brain tissue when necessary. Section brain tissue on cryostat.
Work with multiple investigators within the laboratory and professionally communicate with investigators and colleagues concerning workflow, time limitations, and project status.
Train current laboratory members on processes and procedures needed.
Qualifications
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.
Prior experience with rodent work is highly preferred.
Basic laboratory skills, including sterile technique and basic analytical skills.
Duties Percentage of time 60% – Perform laboratory maintenance duties such as autoclaving, dishwashing, and technical equipment maintenance. Maintain inventory of chemicals, media, and other supplies through the UGAmart. Proper disposal of biohazardous waste. Maintain a clean and sterile lab environment; assist with research associated administration duties such as package shipping and receiving. Manage mouse breeding and maintain mouse lines.
Percentage of time 20% – Produce and record data, interpreting and analyzing the results of experimental assays including data from behavioral studies, immunohistochemistry, and PCR analysis. Organize and present data at various lab meetings. Support submission of data and preliminary results for grants.
Percentage of time 10% – Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Contact Information Recruitment Contact Name Mandy Grizzle Recruitment Contact Email mandy.grizzle@uga.edu
Applicant Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
#J-18808-Ljbffr