Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 11/14/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Medical Lab Technician III FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This position will serve as Serology Laboratory Lead and will assist the Laboratory Manager in assuring the quality system and laboratory are maintained. Incumbent will lead Diagnostic testing in the absence of a manager as well as perform a variety of diagnostic tests for the detection of antibodies in serum and viruses, bacteria, fungi, and prions from animal tissues. They will accurately record/interpret test results and prepare test reports for clients. Incumbent will consult with veterinarians, pathologists, and clinicians regarding the submission of specimens, appropriateness of tests, and interpretation of results.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Various computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop and Acrobat) and willingness to learn new software
• Knowledge and understanding of current version of AAVLD Requirements for an Accredited Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory and the ISO17025 standard
• Plan/prioritize tasks and function independently in sequential and logical manner
• Provide friendly customer service and interact routinely with technical and professional staff throughout laboratory, AVDL clients and professional staff
• Verbal and written communication skills: develop, write and edit quality system documents
• Basic knowledge on virology and serology tests

Physical Demands

• Perform repetitive tasks with hands for extended periods of time
• Sit and stand for long periods of time
• Lift up to 50 pounds

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
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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

Duties/Responsibilities
Diagnostic Testing and Reporting

• Lead Diagnostic testing in the absence of a manager
• Perform a variety of diagnostic tests for the detection of antibodies and antigen in serum
• Perform a variety of diagnostic tests for the detection of viruses in serum and animal tissues
• Work content will include receiving/recording samples; preparing samples for testing; performing a wide variety of diagnostic tests including but not limited to: ELISA, direct & indirect fluorescence assay
• Conduct simple troubleshooting of test procedures to assure accuracy of results
• Accurately record/interpret test results and prepare test reports for clients

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Research and Development

• Assist in Research and Development of new diagnostic tests
• Prepare reagents, maintain inventory, and assure proper equipment maintenance
• Order laboratory supplies and reagents and validate new lots for laboratory use.
• Manage reagent inventory
• Calibrate equipment monthly and quarterly

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Perform Bovine Spongiform Encephalitis (BSE) and Chronic Wasting Sample organization and processing:

• Lead Coordination tissue processing and testing to meet turnaround times
• Maintain BSE equipment and calibration plates
• Communicate with USDA representatives to ensure BSE submissions are entered into VSLS
• Serve as primary liaison with USDA, NVSL, and DNR for submissions, VSLS entries, initial reactors, and confirmatory testing protocols.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Quality control/quality assurance and laboratory maintenance:

• Lead QC/QA activities for the Serology/Virology sections, analyze control data, identify trends, and implement corrective actions
• Manage Data entry of client and sample information
• Assist the laboratory manager in reviewing/revising standard operating procedures, maintaining the quality system, maintaining inventory and assuring general laboratory cleanliness.
• Prepare media, buffers and reagents
• Consult with submitting veterinarians, pathologists and clinicians regarding the submission of specimens, appropriateness of tests, and interpretation of test results
• Package and ship diagnostic specimens to outside labs: create shipping labels and maintain send out records

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Other responsibilities:

• This role may involve other tasks and responsibilities related to the smooth and efficient operation of the laboratory as determined by management.
• Assist with document management, including scanning and filing
• Lead training, mentoring, and technical oversight to lab staff, students, and trainees; perform competency assessments.
• Manage lab technician error logs
• Assume managerial tasks in the instance the lab manager is absent

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Kaitlyn Freeman Recruitment Contact Email K.Freeman@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. List of References with Contact Information