Research Technician, University of Georgia

A research technician position is available in the Ezenwa lab in the Odum
School of Ecology & Dept. of Infectious Diseases at the University of
Georgia. Research in the lab focuses primarily on the ecology of infectious
diseases, and combines work in the lab and field. This position requires a
B.A. or B.S. in biology, ecology, microbiology, or a related field, as well
as previous laboratory experience in at least two of the following areas:
parasitology, molecular biology, immunology, or behavioral endocrinology.
The ideal candidate should have excellent organizational and communication
skills, and be willing to travel internationally for field work. Duties
will include assisting with project-related laboratory and field work;
collecting and analyzing data; entering and organizing data; overseeing day-
to-day lab operations; training lab members; and general lab set-up,
management, and clerical tasks. Salary will be commensurate with previous
experience. Recent graduates who want to gain additional experience before
applying to graduate school are particularly encouraged to apply.

Inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Vanessa Ezenwa
(vezenwa@uga.edu). To apply, applicants should submit the following
materials to https://www.ugajobsearch.com/ (posting #: 20152011): 1) Cover
letter stating why you are interested in the position and how it relates to
your future career goals; and 2) CV including the contact information for
three references. Applications will be accepted starting immediately until
the position is filled. The start date for the position is as early as
November 2015.