Peanut Research Technician: Field & Lab Support

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Peanut Research Technician at the Tifton Campus to support peanut breeding and agronomic programs. The role requires collaborating with researchers, graduate students, and staff to advance our peanut improvement projects.

The position involves frequent field work across Georgia’s peanut production regions, data collection in field and lab settings, and operation of research equipment. Travel to off-site locations is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in an agricultural related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain research plots.
• Support routine crop management activities, including irrigation, fertilization, and weed control.
• Travel to off-site locations as needed to support trials.
• Collect, record, and maintain research data and observations from field and greenhouse activities.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain research equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Sprayer calibration

Crop management

Mechanical skills

Math skills

Farm equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in agriculture

Tools

MS Office

Field equipment

Job description

University of Georgia is seeking a Peanut Research Technician at the Tifton Campus to support peanut breeding and agronomic programs. The role requires collaborating with researchers, graduate students, and staff to advance our peanut improvement projects.

The position involves frequent field work across Georgia’s peanut production regions, data collection in field and lab settings, and operation of research equipment. Travel to off-site locations is expected.