Job Details
Posting Number: S15905P
Working Title: Research Technician - Life Science Technician II (Ferguson)
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
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience
Posting Date: 10/14/2026
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 11/09/2026
Location of Vacancy: Augusta Area
Classification Title: Research Tech-Life Science II
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Position Summary
The main responsibilities will include assistance in conducting laboratory experiments and analysis of environmental samples, including assisting with the operation and maintenance of lab equipment (i.e., ICP-MS, XRD, XRF, etc.). The incumbent will ensure compliance with all QA/QC and health and safety procedures and assist in the general day-to-day running of the laboratory. Other duties may include assistance in the preparation of research manuscripts and reports for funding institutions. The job may involve handling and analysis of radionuclides. Additional job specific training will be provided as appropriate. May assist in supervising graduate students and more junior lab personnel
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Problem Solving
- Testing and Analysis
- Collaboration and Communication
- Experimental design knowledge
Physical Demands
Limited work outside maintaining environmental monitoring equipment and soil sampling. Driving when necessary.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
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
Duties/Responsibilities
Conducting experiments and chemical analysis of environmental samples, operation and maintenance of analytical instrumentation, XRF, XRD, ICP-MS
Percentage of time: 50
Assist in preparation of research proposals and reports submitted to funding institutions and publications
Percentage of time: 20
Lab management and inventory duties, make purchase requests, QA/QC and safety compliance
Percentage of time: 20
Provide daily direction to and oversee temporary employees and graduate students. Train research technicians, graduate students and other personnel
Percentage of time: 10
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Brennan Ferguson
Recruitment Contact Email: [contact details available in the full listing]
