Veterinary/Animal Science Professional

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S13271P

Working Title

Veterinary / Animal Science Professional

Department

VetMed-Dept of Biomedical Sci

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 3,100 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 formed School of Medicine.

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 or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Requires occasional weekend and nights.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

02 / 18 / 2025

Open until filled

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

03 / 10 / 2025

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

Veterinary / Animal Science Professional

FLSA

Exempt

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education / experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Department of Biomedical Sciences needs to hire a Veterinary / Animal Science Professional in

response to federally-funded research projects related to the development of countermeasures for high containment infectious agents including SARS -CoV2, SARS -CoV1, influenza, Pox, and Rift Valley Fever viruses as well as the bacteria Burkholderia mallei and Burkholderia pseudomallei.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

The position requires you to have BSL2, ABSL2, BSL3, ABSL3 and BSL3-Ag laboratory experience and certification with bacteria and viruses.

Physical Demands

Perform duties, working in BSL2, ABSL2, BSL3, ABSL3 and BSL3-Ag laboratories,working with select agents, and will have experience with models of infection including small (mice, hamsters, ferrets) and large (pigs, non-human primates, cows) animal species.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Is this a Position of Trust?

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Does this position require a P-Card?

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

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

Duties / Responsibilities

Design and execute experiments -

Investigate the effects of small molecules, mRNAs, proteins, lipid nanoparticles, and polymers on cellular viability in vitro, including developing experimental protocols, preparing samples, collecting data using viral and bacterial quantitation assays, animal tissue analyses, recording clinical observations of mice, hamsters, swine, cattle, and non-human primates, analyzing results statistically, and documenting findings in detail

Percentage of time

Duties / Responsibilities

Training graduate students and staff -

Training graduate students and staff in proper scientific laboratory techniques, including safety protocols, equipment operation, and experimental procedures, to ensure competency and adherence to research standards.

Percentage of time

Duties / Responsibilities

Management of Projects -

Overseeing the planning, execution, and administration of scientific research projects, including tasks like developing research designs, managing budgets, supervising research teams, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards, and communicating research findings to stakeholders.

Percentage of time