Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Normal days and hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm but hours and days could vary based on research.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience. Posting Date 01/30/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/17/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Research Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates should hold a B.S. or Ph.D. in biochemistry or a related discipline.
Position Summary

The Weiss Lab at The University of Georgia's Complex Carbohydrate Research Center (www.ccrc.uga.edu) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Professional to join our laboratory and contribute to drug discovery studies in models of neurodegenerative disorders. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in conducting preclinical research aimed at identifying novel therapeutic targets and evaluating potential treatments for these conditions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a collaborative and dynamic environment and will provide multidisciplinary training in mammalian cell culture, preclinical drug discovery, glycobiology, and structural analysis of glycans.

Research Professional responsibilities include drug screening and biochemical assays, mammalian tissue/cell culture, and lab management. The position involves the application of CRISPR/Cas9 technologies, high-throughput drug screening, and mass spectrometry applications. The Research Professional will assist with these tasks after appropriate training. The position also involves preparation of writing reports, mentoring students/trainees, protocol optimization and some method development.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Preference will be given to candidates who have extensive hands- on experience with mammalian cell culture and biochemical assay development, preferably in the context of drug discovery or neurodegenerative research.
• Extensive prior experience with human cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques is an absolute requirement.
• Strong communication and organizational skills and fluency in written and spoken English are essential as is the ability to work in a collaborative scientific environment.

Physical Demands
Normal lab activity.
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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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
Independent Experimental Design and Leadership

• Lead the design, execution, and troubleshooting of experiments, focusing on glycosaminoglycan biosynthesis and related research objectives.
• Integrate new methodologies into the lab and mentor junior researchers in experimental techniques.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
Data Analysis and Deliverables

• Analyze and interpret data for high-impact deliverables, including publications, conference presentations, and grant submissions.
• Oversee the lab during PI absences, coordinating projects and ensuring research progress.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Lab Operations and Budget Management
Maintain lab safety compliance, organize spaces for efficiency, and manage data for adherence to FAIR principles.

• Serve as the point of contact for administrative and infrastructure needs.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Lab Safety, Organization, and Compliance (10%)

• Maintain lab safety compliance, organize spaces for efficiency, and manage data for adherence to FAIR principles.
• Serve as the point of contact for administrative and infrastructure needs.

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 Kristie Huff Recruitment Contact Email kghuff@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone (706) 542-6256

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

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