Wildlife Health Research Associate I

Posting Number: S01907P Working Title: RESEARCH PROFESSIONAL I Department: Warnell-Research 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. Posting Type: Internal (PEP) Retirement Plan: TRS Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Full/Part time: Full Time Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8am – 5pm Advertised Salary: $33,023 Posting Date: 09/12/2018 Open until filled: Yes Proposed Starting Date: 01/01/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants: You must be a current employee to be considered for this position. 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 ). 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Position Summary: Technical and professional responsibilities associated with this position include field and laboratory research and diagnostics related to wildlife health. Included will be both the supervision of others doing this work and active participation in completing these tasks. Also included, is the supervisory responsibility of field and laboratory equipment maintenance (equipment and supplies) and assuring that all safety and regulatory requirements are met. Precise records are required. Assistance in planning and selection of sampling and diagnostic approaches related to research projects and diagnostic samples, including assistance with both grant and manuscript preparation, also will be required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Basic skills related to wildlife biology and wildlife disease investigations (including necropsy and approved euthanasia techniques) and research. Experience with organizing and maintaining large data sets. Experience with work related to infectious pathogens and the maintenance of biosafety standards in the field. Physical Demands: Moderate. Possibly short periods in the field (~1 week). Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No 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 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 . 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Percentage of time: 30 Duties/Responsibilities: Supervise and train graduate students and other field/lab personnel including visitors from the USA and/or foreign countries regarding field operating procedures, techniques and methodologies. Percentage of time: 20 Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinate & perform field and lab work associated with research projects. Percentage of time: 20 Duties/Responsibilities: Independently analyzes data, write reports, present findings at international and national meetings, and coauthor papers for publication in scientific journals. Percentage of time: 10 Duties/Responsibilities: Assist with laboratory analysis of samples when needed. Percentage of time: 10 Duties/Responsibilities: Maintain all field and lab related items including ordering supplies, equipment, instrument calibration, inventory, hazardous waste management meeting all OSHA safety regulations. Percentage of time: 10 #J-18808-Ljbffr