Horticulture Research Technician: Field & Lab

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Research Technician I to support field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments in horticulture. You will work with faculty, postdocs, and graduate students at the Durham Horticulture Farm and Organic Horticulture Laboratory, assisting with planting, data collection, and experiment logistics.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, data management, and teamwork in a dynamic, grant-funded environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Day to day program management and research support in greenhouse, field and laboratory.
• Make sure plants in greenhouse and field are healthy and well maintained.
• Carry out research experiments as assigned.
• Provide research support for other team members.

Skills

MS Office

Data management

Clear communication

Molecular lab ops

Learn new protocols

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Horticulture exp

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a Research Technician I to support field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments in horticulture. You will work with faculty, postdocs, and graduate students at the Durham Horticulture Farm and Organic Horticulture Laboratory, assisting with planting, data collection, and experiment logistics.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, data management, and teamwork in a dynamic, grant-funded environment.