Student Assistant (Applegate)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a Student Assistant (Applegate) to support the CAES-Poultry Science team. You will help ensure welfare standards, follow biosecurity protocols, assist with animal housing setup and cleanup, provide feed and water, observe flock health, and collect data.

Hours are varied and can include weekends. Start date is 09/14/2026. The position pays $19.00 per hour and is open until filled.

Responsibilities

• ensuring compliance with all applicable welfare standards and research protocols
• follow all biosecurity procedures
• set up and clean up of all animal housings
• providing feed and water as directed
• critical observation of overall flock health
• data collection and solid waste removal

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: G/R34231P
• Working Title: Student Assistant (Applegate)
• Department: CAES-Poultry Science
• About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university ((https://www.uga.edu/)). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
• About the College/Unit/Department:
• College/Unit/Department website: https://poultry.caes.uga.edu/
• Employment Type: Employee
• Additional Schedule Information: hours are varied and can include weekends.
• Advertised Salary: $19.00/hour
• Anticipated Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Posting Date: 08/05/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
• EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).
• USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities

• ensuring compliance with all applicable welfare standards and research protocols
• follow all biosecurity procedures
• set up and clean up of all animal housings
• providing feed and water as directed
• critical observation of overall flock health
• data collection and solid waste removal