Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Mergoum

University of Georgia; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Temporary Field/Lab Assistant to assist with agricultural tasks such as planting, maintaining, and harvesting wheat nurseries. Candidates should have high school diplomas with some college coursework, experience working with field crops, and the ability to work under physical demands. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in crop and seed management, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with some college experience.
• Experience working with field crops is necessary.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs and work in summer heat.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planting, maintaining, and harvesting wheat nurseries.
• Prepare wheat seed for replanting.
• Help with planting and harvesting in a greenhouse environment.

Skills

Experience with field crops

Knowledge of seed cleaning machines

Ability to work in summer heat

Education

High School graduate

Some college

Job description

Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Mergoum

Position Details: Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Mergoum in the CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences department.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: G/R31185P
• Employment Type: Employee
• Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm

Location: Griffin Area

Advertised Salary: Anticipated Start Date 09/17/2025

Posting Date: 09/16/2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

About the Institution

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 The University System of Georgia Upheld values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Freedom of Expression is supported as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Responsibilities

• Field Work – Help with planting, maintaining and harvesting wheat nurseries. Percentage of time 30
• Seed Prep Work – Preparing wheat seed to be replanted. Percentage of time 30
• Greenhouse Work – Help with planting, making crosses, and harvesting wheat breeding nursery. Percentage of time 30
• Assist with preparation of lab work for research. Percentage of time 10

Position Details

• Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Job Code: FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate. Some college. Some experience working with field crops.
• Some experience working with field crops. Knowledge of seed cleaning and thrashing machines is preferred.
• Physical Demands: Standing and working in summer heat. Lift 30 lbs.

Additional Details

• Is this a Position of Trust? No
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
• P-Card? No
• Driving requirement? No
• Background Investigation: Employment contingent upon background check and credential verification. Pre-employment drug test may apply for high-risk roles. Details at the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Name: Benjamin Lopez

Email: [e-mail]

Phone:

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