Horticulture Research Assistant

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Student Assistant - Yu position in the CAES-Horticulture department in Griffin. The role supports faculty with greenhouse, lab, and field work, performing routine maintenance and data collection for ongoing research projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and writing skills and an interest in horticulture. Training will be provided, and the position offers hands-on experience in plant science within a university setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Minimum Qualifications: assist faculty with greenhouse, lab, and field work; routine lab maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Take care of plants and assist with experimental trials. Percentage of time 50
• Cleaning, breaking down and storing equipment; ensuring laboratory facilities are sanitized and compliant with safety protocols. Gather precise growth data and entering findings into database to support research. Percentage of time 45
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or specialized statistical software. Percentage of time 5

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for the Student Assistant - Yu position in the CAES-Horticulture department in Griffin. The role supports faculty with greenhouse, lab, and field work, performing routine maintenance and data collection for ongoing research projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and writing skills and an interest in horticulture. Training will be provided, and the position offers hands-on experience in plant science within a university setting.