Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Flexibility may be needed at times, including evenings and/or weekends on occasion.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience Posting Date 10/10/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and contact information for three professional references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Lab Coord-Medical Science II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biotechnology, biomedical research, biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics or equivalent, with at least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Preferred: PhD in biotechnology, biomedical research, biology, biochemistry, or equivalent, with at least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience in histology and/or microscopy.
• Experience working in a core facility.
• Experience in large data transfer and analysis, collecting, processing and analyzing biological data from a variety of sources.

Position Summary
The Spatial Biology Laboratory Technician will work as part of the Spatial Biology Shared Resource in the inaugural Research Center at the new School of Medicine. The Laboratory Technician will be part of a dedicated team of professionals and technicians that provide comprehensive support and expertise to facilitate spatial biology research. This role will contribute to cutting-edge biomedical research projects aimed to understanding the spatial organization of gene and protein expression within tissues and provide analytical services related to data acquisition, management and quality control. Additional responsibilities include managing, recording and analyzing data from clinical trials.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment both collaboratively and independently
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and communicate data effectively to researchers
• Meticulously follow standard operating procedures
• High attention to detail, self-motivated, critical thinking, strong written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency of laboratory techniques, equipment, and safety especially related to spatial technologies (GeoMx, CosMx, spatial transcriptomics and multiplex immunofluorescence) and various molecular techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and qPCR, sequencing, etc)
• Service-minded, meticulous, well-organized, structured and able to autonomously plan and execute tasks
• Works independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic to learn and adapt in a fast-evolving environment and technology

Physical Demands
Stand and/or sit for long periods of time and perform repetitive tasks

Light lifting of equipment and supplies
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
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Background Investigation Policy
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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment, ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulations, collaborate effectively with our laboratory members and investigators
• Independently perform a wide range of molecular biology techniques
• Execute tissue processing and imaging protocols
• Assist in the development and optimization of novel experimental protocols for spatial biology
• Maintain organized and well-documented records of experimental data and analysis results
• Work within multi-disciplinary team of researchers to perform quality assessments and corrections on large datasets
• Create data visualizations to communicate insights
• Develop analysis plans and write statistical reports
• Forecast and manage equipment usage data

Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete detailed documentation to report findings
• Effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with researchers to define data needs and interpret results
• Optimize protocols and improve methods currently employed
• Analyze and present experimental results in a professional and clear manner
• Document, compile, and assist in interpreting experimental data
• Report data to supervisor in oral and written reports

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Other miscellaneous duties as needed or assigned
Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Wendy Gilfedder Recruitment Contact Email somhr@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents