Laboratory Technician III - IDL

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Nov 08, 2024

Posting Details

Posting Number	S12690P
Working Title	Laboratory Technician III - IDL
Department	VetMed-SAMS Infect Disease Lab
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 ( https://www.uga.edu/). 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	www.vet.uga.edu
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	09/19/2024
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	10/01/2024
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. 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.

Position Information

Classification Title	Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	1.0
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	This is a responsible technical position in the Infectious Diseases Laboratory (IDL) in the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. This position requires computer database expertise with knowledge of Access, Word, and other various computer-based applications. Extensive laboratory experience and excellent organizational skills are essential. Primary duties will include the following: maintenance of laboratory submission entries into a computer database (30%), preparation of weekly income deposits (5%), monthly billing, daily client communication and assistance (5%) and daily processing of samples and performing the variety of tests run by IDL (60%). The selected candidate will be a creative and devoted experimentalist and diagnostician, and will collaborate with other members of the team to run diagnostic assays. The candidate is expected to provide mentorship to peers in methodologies for mastered assays. Through individual and team contributions the candidate will help establish their team's success in providing state of the art diagnostics to the patients and communities we serve.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands	Normal laboratory procedures including package and sample handling and pipetting
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	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
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

In addition to office responsibilities, sample processing and running diagnostic assays will be performed routinely. These laboratory duties will include analyzing the data obtained from PCR-based assays as well as immunologic-based assays that detect antigen and/or antibodies to specific disease causing organisms. A working knowledge of the diagnostic assays and the respective positive and negative controls is imperative for accurate interpretation of results, data collection, analysis and the incorporation of the combined evaluated material into technical reports that can be conveyed to clients. This position involves the skill to design and/or develop new and/or improved methods that enhance the lab's capability to successfully and accurately detect disease causing organisms that are of major concern to our clients.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Management of laboratory submissions and computer database (VetView). This is a diagnostic service laboratory that receives national and international samples. It is imperative that samples are labeled accurately, efficiently with attention to detail. Each sample is given an identifying submission number that is carefully entered into a computer database. This database maintains client information, animal identification, sample type, test requested and results, along with financial management of each account.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Account management including deposits, billing, federal permits and Royalty payments. VetView is used to manage each client's account. This requires daily entering of payments with submissions and/or for invoices. Once a week, deposits need to be prepared using the VetView system, checks are copied, verified and sent to the appropriate University personnel for deposit into IDL's account. Test counts are also maintained via the VetView system.

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Duties/Responsibilities	Client communications and assistance and other duties as assigned. Clients, both national and international call daily with questions regarding IDL's services. It is essential that IDL has a responsible and knowledgeable person to communicate with and assist clients.
Percentage of time	5