Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Buntin

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a candidate to perform a balanced role of field and laboratory work, processing samples for field studies and plant analyses. Expect data collection and entry, with some travel and outdoor work in hot summer conditions.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to follow written and oral instructions, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education and work experience in laboratory and field settings or related area.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Field and work processing of samples, including planting, maintaining, harvesting, and processing field studies. Data collection.
• Laboratory work including processing, sorting, and inspecting plant samples for diseases and insect damages. Data collection and entry.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Work involves 50% fieldwork and 50% lab work processing samples. Fieldwork includes planting, maintaining crops, and sampling field trials. Lab work includes sorting and inspecting plant samples, measuring, and data entry in Excel. The role may require out-of-town travel during the workday and typically operates in hot summer conditions.

Responsibilities

• Field and work processing of samples, including planting, maintaining, harvesting, and processing field studies. Data collection.
• Laboratory work including processing, sorting, and inspecting plant samples for diseases and insect damages. Data collection and entry.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education and work experience in laboratory and field settings or related area.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work independently or with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Demands

Bend and lift up to 50 pounds, work in a laboratory for multiple hours daily. Duties may involve intermittent out-of-town travel to research plots. Driving required.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).