Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota

UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Assistant to support greenhouse and laboratory activities. This role involves working both indoors and outdoors, assisting faculty and staff with various tasks, including potting, pruning, and data entry. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a mechanical aptitude. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research and teaching initiatives in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about ecology and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Assist with greenhouse, research, and field plots.
• Help with extension and teaching activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursery work including potting, pruning, and weeding.
• Conduct laboratory tasks like washing dishes and preparing samples.
• Assist with teaching activities related to weed science.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Data entry

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Graphics software

Job description

Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota

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Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R25545P Working Title Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota Department CAES-Horticulture About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 06/10/2024 Posting Date 05/07/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Griffin 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 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Nursery/Greenhouse: work including but is not limited to potting, pruning, weeding, grafting, seeding, data entry, maintaining research plots, watering, fertilizer and pesticide applications running and maintaining nursery equipment.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Laboratory work: including but is not limited to washing dishes, preparing research samples, processing samples, data entry, running and maintaining lab equipment.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Teaching and Extension: help with activities associated with preparation of teaching a weed science lab and assist with editing extension publications.

Percentage of time 25

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

This position will assist faculty and staff with greenhouse, research and field plots as well as help with extension and teaching activities . This position will work both indoors and outdoors with minimum supervision. There will also be some work in a greenhouse environment. Duties may also include intermittent out-of-town travel to research plots. Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics software is a plus.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position

High School diploma/GED; Training will be provided on all processes and equipment when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

Ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and general mechanical aptitude.

Physical Demands

Lift 50 pounds and work in inclement weather, as needed (i.e., rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)

Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Mark Czarnota Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

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  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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