Student Worker Assistant

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens seeks a lab/greenhouse assistant to support routine maintenance activities within our research facilities. Responsibilities include washing glassware, tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, and general cleaning to keep the lab environment safe and organized.

You will also care for plants by watering, scouting for pests, and applying fertilizer, while assisting on other research projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Routine maintenance in lab or greenhouse operations such as washing glassware, tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning.
• Plant care tasks including watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer.
• Assisting on other research projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance in lab or greenhouse (e.g., washing glassware, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, etc.).
• Plant Care (e.g., watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer, etc.).
• Assisting on other research projects as needed.

Job description

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

Employment Type

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 08/17/2026

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/11/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

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

• Routine maintenance in lab or greenhouse (e.g., washing glassware, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, etc.)
• Percentage of time
• Percentage of time 50
• Plant Care (e.g., watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer, etc.)
• Percentage of time
• Percentage of time 25
• Assisting on other research projects as needed.