Laboratory Technician

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S15351P

Working Title
Laboratory Technician

Department
Pharmacy-Pharm & Biomed Sci

About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university ( . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA 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. UGA 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 established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department
The College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia (UGA) is a distinguished institution known for its excellence in pharmacy education, research, and community service (). We are at the forefront of pharmaceutical research, with faculty and students engaged in groundbreaking studies that contribute to advancements in healthcare and medicine. Research areas include drug discovery, pharmacology, and clinical pharmacy. The college is highly ranked, placing 15th out of 141 pharmacy programs nationwide according to US News & World Report, underscoring our reputation for excellence. These elements make the UGA College of Pharmacy a unique and enriching place for students to pursue their pharmacy education and careers.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (approximately 40 hours per week). Occasional flexibility may be required based on research activities, including evenings or weekends as needed.

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date
06/25/2026

Open until filled
No

Closing Date
07/01/2026

Proposed Starting Date
07/20/2026

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 ( View email address on click.appcast.io ).

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG 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 USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information
Classification Title
Lab Tech-Medical Science I

FLSA
Non-Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary
This staff research position in the laboratory of Dr. Lei Zhang supports geroscience-guided drug discovery and therapeutic testing for aging, cellular senescence, cancer, neurodegeneration, and related disease models. Under the supervision of Dr. Zhang, the employee will perform hands-on experimental work in mammalian cell culture, senescence induction and validation, senotherapeutic drug-response assays, molecular and cellular biology assays, mouse tissue collection and processing under approved protocols, and organoid-related assays when needed. The position will also support protocol documentation, data analysis, laboratory record keeping, sample organization, and development of local/cloud research data infrastructure. The role is intended to provide research support, technical continuity, and project coordination for NIH relevant and grant-development projects, including senotherapeutic drug discovery, therapy induced senescence, neurodegeneration/autophagy, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, brain tumor/glioblastoma, and other related assigned projects.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Working knowledge of mammalian cell culture and standard molecular/cellular biology techniques.
• Ability to perform or learn senescence and drug-response assays, qPCR, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, tissue processing, and mouse-related procedures under approved protocols.
• Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records, follow SOPs, organize samples and data, and support reproducible research documentation.
• Basic data-analysis and figure-preparation skills using tools such as GraphPad Prism, Excel, Python/R, or similar software.
• Strong communication, organization, reliability, and willingness to work collaboratively in a growing research laboratory.

Physical Demands
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift at least 25 pounds.

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
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

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

Experimental Research

• Conduct assigned experiments supporting senotherapeutic drug discovery and testing in cell, mouse, and organoid-related models as needed.
• Perform mammalian cell culture, senescence induction/validation, drug-response assays, viability/cell-state assays, qPCR, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and related molecular/cellular biology methods.
• Assist with approved mouse studies, including drug treatment support, tissue collection/processing, sample labeling, and downstream molecular assays.
• Follow established protocols, troubleshoot routine experimental issues, and discuss results and next steps with the Principal Investigator (PI).

Percentage of time
55

Duties/Responsibilities

Data, Records, and Research Data Infrastructure

• Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical or computational tools and prepare figures, summaries, and presentations for lab meetings, manuscripts, and grant applications.
• Maintain well-organized electronic and/or paper lab records, SOPs, sample inventories, and experiment documentation.
• Help organize the lab's local/cloud research data library, including file naming, folder structure, metadata, backup practices, and data-reproducibility standards.
• Ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and compliance with institutional expectations for research documentation.

Percentage of time
25

Duties/Responsibilities

Lab Operations and Compliance

• Support reagent and consumable ordering, inventory tracking, sample organization, and routine lab organization.
• Maintain assigned equipment and coordinate routine service or troubleshooting with the PI and lab staff.
• Follow and help maintain UGA EHS, biosafety, IACUC, and lab-specific SOPs for safe and compliant research.

Percentage of time
10

Duties/Responsibilities

Training and Collaboration

• Participate in lab meetings and project discussions with lab members and collaborators.
• Assist with onboarding and training undergraduate or graduate trainees in routine laboratory procedures, safety practices, and data-recording standards as assigned.
• Help standardize workflows and improve reproducibility across cell culture, mouse, organoid-related, and data-management activities.

Percentage of time
10