Field & Lab Horticulture Research Associate

University of Georgia; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia in the Tifton area seeks a Horticulture Research Associate (L. Oliveira) to independently manage field and laboratory research projects across southern Georgia.

Responsibilities include planning field trials, data collection, and preparing reports, with collaboration across faculty, staff, and growers. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related science field and FAA Part 107 certification, with deep involvement in outreach materials and extension activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute field and laboratory research activities in southern Georgia.
• Coordinate with faculty, graduate students, staff, and growers to implement research projects.
• Collect soil, plant, and environmental data and prepare summaries and reports.
• Maintain accurate research records and support extension materials.
• Provide training and supervision to students and temporary personnel.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Cert.

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science

Tools

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Job description

University of Georgia in the Tifton area seeks a Horticulture Research Associate (L. Oliveira) to independently manage field and laboratory research projects across southern Georgia.

Responsibilities include planning field trials, data collection, and preparing reports, with collaboration across faculty, staff, and growers. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related science field and FAA Part 107 certification, with deep involvement in outreach materials and extension activities.