Blueberry Breeding & Genetics Research Associate

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Horticulture Research Associate to coordinate and conduct breeding and genetics research across multiple field and laboratory locations. The role involves tissue culture, hybridization, molecular techniques, phenotyping, and marker-assisted selection.

The successful candidate will manage projects, analyze data, prepare manuscripts, and contribute to grant proposals while supervising student employees and maintaining laboratory safety and inventories at UGA research

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience.
• Strong organizational skill and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across teams and disciplines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and conduct breeding and genetics research across field, greenhouse, and laboratory locations.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data; support generation of manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Supervise student employees and provide training on laboratory safety and procedures.
• Maintain laboratory operations, manage chemical inventories, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and industry partners to accomplish research objectives.

Skills

Strong organizational skill

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a Horticulture Research Associate to coordinate and conduct breeding and genetics research across multiple field and laboratory locations. The role involves tissue culture, hybridization, molecular techniques, phenotyping, and marker-assisted selection.

The successful candidate will manage projects, analyze data, prepare manuscripts, and contribute to grant proposals while supervising student employees and maintaining laboratory safety and inventories at UGA research