Polymer Tech Research Professional - NMI
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S04040P
Working Title
Polymer Tech Research Professional - NMI
Department
VetMed-SAMS-New Materials Inst
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated
as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified
institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than
235 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 3,000
faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's
enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000
undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.
Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a
medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA
Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded
in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing
services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting
investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people.
The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals,
and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and
diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most
technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus,
the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying
emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human
health.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the
university community, recognizing that differences in experience
and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting
academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community
().
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type
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, 8-5pm, occasional nights and weekends
Advertised Salary
commensurate with experience
Posting Date
09/26/2019
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
10/24/2019
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic
information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or
protected veteran status.
Position Information
Classification Title
Research Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
FTE
1
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an
apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.
Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
We are seeking a Biosystems Research Assistant to join the Polymer
and Coatings Research and Production team within the UGA New
Materials Institute. The selected candidate will be a creative and
self-starting research professional and will collaborate with other
members of the team to develop and implement commercial biomaterial
and bioprocessing applications. The candidate will possess a solid
understanding of applied chemistry techniques and concepts. This
position will involve significant hands-on laboratory and pilot
scale work.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
Involves working at bench and or computer for extended periods of
time.
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 .
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 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Professional will work with research and development team on
experiments involving goal specific polymer synthesis including
design strategies, processing methods, and synthesis manipulation
and optimization.
Percentage of time
40
Duties/Responsibilities
Professional will work with research and development team on
analytical and application-specific performance testing of polymers
to evaluate parameters such as purity, compositional integrity,
shelf life and environmental limits of use.
Percentage of time
40
Duties/Responsibilities
Laboratory and equipment maintenance, ordering and maintenance of
laboratory supplies.
Percentage of time
20
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