Life Science Research Technician — Peanut Breeding

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a CSS Research Technician - Life Science I to provide operational and research support for peanut breeding programs at the Tifton Campus. You will assist with soil prep, plant care, irrigation, tissue sampling, and seed processing under Dr. Nino Brown's supervision.

The role emphasizes hands‑on technical work, coordination of routine greenhouse tasks, and collaboration with researchers, students, and staff to advance breeding objectives.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal skills are required.
• Competency with crop management and agronomic principles.
• Competency with manual cross pollinations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine greenhouse activities including plant care, irrigation, fertilization, spraying, and environmental monitoring.
• Assist with greenhouse and facility maintenance to ensure safe, effective research operations.
• Prepare soils, planting materials, and growing environments for breeding and seed increase activities.
• Support peanut breeding research through tissue sampling, cross-pollination, data collection, and other lab/field activities.
• Assist with harvesting, seed processing, and management of breeding populations and seed lots.
• Provide hands-on technical support to maintain program continuity at the Tifton Campus.

Skills

Good written and verbal skills

Crop management knowledge

Manual cross pollinations

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a CSS Research Technician - Life Science I to provide operational and research support for peanut breeding programs at the Tifton Campus. You will assist with soil prep, plant care, irrigation, tissue sampling, and seed processing under Dr. Nino Brown's supervision.

The role emphasizes hands‑on technical work, coordination of routine greenhouse tasks, and collaboration with researchers, students, and staff to advance breeding objectives.