Soil & Water Lab Technician — Field & Greenhouse

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant – Habteselassie to join CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences. The role supports soil and water analysis in the lab, collection in greenhouse and field, and general lab/greenhouse upkeep. It requires some training in soil and water sciences and a willingness to work outdoors.

Working schedule is Monday–Friday, 8–5, with a 1.00 FTE. Salary is advertised at $15.00 per hour, with driving capability and field/greenhouse exposure.

Qualifications

• Some training in soil and water sciences; aseptic and molecular microbiological techniques, and soil enzyme assays.
• Willingness to work outdoors and ability to lift/light physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Soil and water analysis in the laboratory (65%).
• Soil and water collection in the greenhouse and field (25%).
• Laboratory and greenhouse upkeep and maintenance (10%).

Skills

Soil & water knowledge

Laboratory skills

Aseptic techniques

Molecular microbiology

Driving license

Education

Soil & water sciences training

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for a Laboratory Assistant – Habteselassie to join CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences. The role supports soil and water analysis in the lab, collection in greenhouse and field, and general lab/greenhouse upkeep. It requires some training in soil and water sciences and a willingness to work outdoors.

Working schedule is Monday–Friday, 8–5, with a 1.00 FTE. Salary is advertised at $15.00 per hour, with driving capability and field/greenhouse exposure.