Blueberry Genetics & Breeding Research Associate

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Horticulture Research Associate to support the blueberry breeding program across field and laboratory settings. The role coordinates activities at UGA farms in Alapaha, Alma, and Tifton, leading breeding and genetics work.

The successful candidate will perform tissue culture, hybridization, molecular techniques, phenotyping, and data analysis, contributing to manuscripts and grant proposals. A bachelor’s degree and two years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related science field and 2 years of professional experience.
• Ability to coordinate and conduct multi-site field and laboratory research.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage blueberry breeding and genetics projects across field, greenhouse, and lab.
• Perform tissue culture, DNA/RNA work, sequencing library prep, and marker-assisted selection.
• Analyze data, report results, and contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals.

Skills

Strong organizational skill

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related science field

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a Horticulture Research Associate to support the blueberry breeding program across field and laboratory settings. The role coordinates activities at UGA farms in Alapaha, Alma, and Tifton, leading breeding and genetics work.

The successful candidate will perform tissue culture, hybridization, molecular techniques, phenotyping, and data analysis, contributing to manuscripts and grant proposals. A bachelor’s degree and two years of experience are required.