Research Professional III-Karen Norris

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8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Some nights and/or weekends may be required based on research needs.

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Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Incumbent will assist in research procedures in Biosafety Level 2+ (BSL2+ ) containment environment, perform tissue cultures, immunologic assays, flow cytometry, PCR, DNA cloning in expression vectors, analysis and purification of recombinant proteins. This position will process infectious agents under BSL2+ laboratory procedures. The incumbent will operate laboratory equipment and computers (word processing/graphing/data analysis and statistics).

Additionally the Research Professional III will independently design, execute, analyze and interpret complex research experiments in association with the PI and will prepare results for presentations, research grants, proposals and papers.

"This is a three year term position, with potential for renewal based on project needs and availability of funding."

Good analytical skills, attention to detail and strong communication skills. Self-motivating and willing to work independently within a team environment.

Lift and carry up to 25 pounds, both assisted and unassisted.
Communicate effectively via telephone, email, and in person to varied stakeholders.
Utilize computer technology for all applications in a manner that meets performance expectations.
Remember, organize, and consistently focus on a large amount of detail and come to appropriate conclusions.
Sit or stand for long periods of time and use of repetitive actions during the entire work day.

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Independently design, execute, analyze and interpret complex research experiments in association with PI and prepare results for presentations, research grants, proposals and papers.

Tissue culture and maintenance of cell lines. Responsible for ensuring proper record keeping, sterility, maintenance, storage and safety of culture work.

Responsible for the day to day management of laboratory, monitor equipment and repair - maintain stocks of research supplies, cell lines, and stocks. monitor lab budget. Maintain a complete and detailed record of all experiments. Analyze data. Maintain cell lines strains and plasmid stocks.

This position is also responsible for contacting vendors for quotes for the Norris lab, submitting orders for the Norris lab in UGAmart, receipting orders, and all others matters related to purchasing in the Norris lab.

Interviewing and section, orientation and training, and supervision of laboratory personnel including technicians, summer and work study students. Assist in preparation of laboratory safety, animal and recombinant DNA protocols as required by University.