Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution of higher education is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Assistant to support horticultural research. This role involves hands-on work in both nursery and laboratory settings, including potting, pruning, and data entry. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining research plots and laboratory equipment, contributing to vital research efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with academic professionals and gain practical experience in horticulture and research methodologies. If you are passionate about plant science and eager to learn, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursery/greenhouse work and laboratory techniques.
• Ability to perform data entry and maintain equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with potting, pruning, and maintaining research plots.
• Prepare research samples and assist in teaching activities.

Skills

Data Entry

Plant Care

Laboratory Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Horticulture

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Gardening Tools

Job description

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.

Additional Information

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated Start Date: 06/10/2024

Posting Date: 05/07/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Griffin Area

Equal Opportunity 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]).

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Nursery/Greenhouse: work including potting, pruning, weeding, grafting, seeding, data entry, maintaining research plots, watering, fertilizer and pesticide applications, and maintaining nursery equipment. Percentage of time: 50%
• Laboratory work: including washing dishes, preparing research samples, processing samples, data entry, and maintaining lab equipment. Percentage of time: 25%
• Teaching and Extension: assist with activities related to preparing a weed science lab and editing extension publications. Percentage of time: 25%