Postdoctoral Research Assoc
University of Georgia
Posting Details
Posting Number | A00036P |
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Working Title | Postdoctoral Research Assoc |
Department | Franklin-School of Marine Prog |
About the University of Georgia | The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). 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 was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 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 | |
College/Unit/Department website | http://mars.franklin.uga.edu/ |
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 | 8 am-5 pm, Monday -Friday. Schedule may vary based on duties |
Advertised Salary | Commensurate with experience |
Posting Date | 07/16/2018 |
Open until filled | Yes |
Closing Date | |
Proposed Starting Date | 08/01/2018 |
Anticipated End Date | |
Special Instructions to Applicants | |
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, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. |
Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
Classification Title | POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOC |
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Pay Grade | 000 |
FLSA | Exempt |
FTE | 100 |
Minimum Qualifications | The appointee has received a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.V.M., Sc.D., M.D. , PharmD ), usually recently, in a field directly related to the appointee’s assigned responsibilities. |
Preferred Qualifications | PhD in Microbiology, Biological Oceanography, Ecology or Marine Sciences |
Position Summary | This post doctoral researcher position is funded by the GoMRI ECOGIG Grant. The candidate will be responsible for conducting research at sea on board research vessels and in the laboratory in support of the Gulf of Mexico project. The position entails microbiology, biogeochemistry, and microbial genomics based research. The position is for one year (starting Sept. 1 2018), with the possibility of extension for 1 to 2 additional years, pending availability of funding and outstanding job performance. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies | Biogeochemistry, Bioinformatics, Advanced laboratory skills, Geochemical analyses, |
Physical Demands | -standing on feet for hours at the time |
Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. | No |
Does this position have financial responsibilities? | No |
Duties/Responsibilities | Sample Preparation and Lab work |
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Percentage of time | 25 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Omics Data Analysis |
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Percentage of time | 35 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Preparing manuscripts for publication |
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Percentage of time | 30 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Research Expeditions |
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Percentage of time | 10 |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Will you have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
- Yes
- No
- How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
Applicant Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter