Glider Lab Technician – PT (4) Position Available In Clarke, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Glider Lab Technician - PT (4) position at the University of Georgia's Skidaway Institute of Oceanography involves preparing and testing gliders in a lab setting, assisting with offshore operations, assembling and maintaining equipment, operating vehicles and lab equipment safely, and performing other assigned duties. The salary is commensurate with experience, and work times may vary based on the needs of the glider lab program.
Job Description
Posting Details
Position Details Posting Number
G/R29142P
Working Title Glider Lab Technician – PT (4)
Department VPR-Skidaway Inst Oceanography
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’s Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (SkIO) is a multidisciplinary research and training institution located on a 700-acre campus on Skidaway Island. The Institute’s primary goals are to further understanding of marine and environmental sciences, conduct leading edge research on marine and coastal systems, and train tomorrow’s scientists. Our campus is also a host to Georgia Southern University’s Applied Coastal Research Lab, NOAA Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary, The University of Georgia’s Marine Education Center and Aquarium, and The Nature Conservancy. Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is also home to the Research Vessel (R/V) Savannah. The R/V Savannah is owned and operated by the Institute and is a member of the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) and Academic Research Fleet (ARF). College/Unit/Department website https://www.skio.uga.edu/
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information Work times may vary based on needs of glider lab program. Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date 06/02/2025
Posting Date 04/23/2025
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Savannah Area
EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected 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.
Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Preparation and in-lab testing of gliders Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities Assist with offshore operations, helping to deploy and/or recover gliders, including but not limited to piloting and monitoring under supervision. Percentage of time 25
Duties/Responsibilities Assemble and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies including but not limited to organized records of equipment maintenance. Percentage of time 25
Duties/Responsibilities Operate vehicles and laboratory equipment in a safe, technically correct manner Percentage of time 15
Duties/Responsibilities Other duties as assigned and appropriate Percentage of time 5
