Conservation Genetics Lab and Greenhouse Technician

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Conservation Genetics Lab and Greenhouse Technician in Athens. This role focuses on assisting with the growth of pine seedlings, managing plant health, and utilizing physiological measurement tools.

The position includes responsibilities such as data entry, conducting surveys of seedling health, and employing image analysis software for root scans. The University values equal opportunity employment and encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with growing pine seedlings in the Whitehall Greenhouse.
• Inoculating seedlings with the pathogen Lecanosticta acicola.
• Conducting weekly surveys of disease severity and seedling health.
• Collecting weekly digital scans of roots.
• Using image analysis software.
• Measuring plant physiological traits using LICOR and pressure chambers.
• Data entry and general organization.

Job description

Conservation Genetics Lab and Greenhouse Technician

Warnell-Research Department, Athens Area

Responsibilities

• 60% Primary responsibilities: assisting with growing pine seedlings in the Whitehall Greenhouse, inoculating seedlings with the pathogen Lecanosticta acicola responsible for brown spot needle blight (BSNB), and conducting weekly surveys of disease severity and seedling health.
• 15% Assist in collecting weekly digital scans of roots and gain experience in using image analysis software.
• 10% Use LICOR and pressure chambers to measure plant physiological traits (e.g., photosynthesis, stomatal conductance).
• 10% Data entry and general organization.
• 5% Other duties as assigned.

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