Temporary Technician (Lance)

Posting Number : G / R31275P

Working Title :

Temporary Technician (Lance)

Department :

VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab

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 (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . 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.

College / Unit / Department website :

srel.uga.edu

Employment Type : Employee

Anticipated Start Date :

10 / 15 / 2025

Posting Date : 09 / 26 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Location of Vacancy :

Augusta Area

EOO 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 ( hrweb@uga.edu ).

USG Core Values Statement :

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Duties / Responsibilities :

Assist with set up, running, and data collection for ecotoxicology experiments.

Percentage of time : 50

Duties / Responsibilities :

Field work for trapping / collecting amphibians and reptiles.

Percentage of time : 50

Duties / Responsibilities :

Additional lab work such as eDNA analysis.

Percentage of time : 50

Duties / Responsibilities :

Data entry / management.

Percentage of time : 50

Classification Title :

Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Position Summary :

This is a technician position at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL). The incumbent(s) is / are responsible for assisting current University of Georgia graduate students with field and laboratory research. The technician will be assisting with ecotoxicological research on amphibians and / or snakes, which will require trapping and handling in the field, setting up and maintaining mesocosm experiments, data collection / entry, and assisting with the metal analysis of tissues. The technician will also assist with some other ongoing projects such as amphibian population monitoring to include collection and analysis of environmental DNA, reviewing camera trap footage, and acoustic recording device files.

Physical Demands :

Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors up to 8 hours a day; Attention to detail, familiarity with data entry, willingness to handle amphibians and snakes, work long hours in wet and / or hot conditions.

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

Is driving a requirement of this position? :

Yes

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

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 .

Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Stacey Lance

Recruitment Contact Email :

lance@srel.uga.edu