Temporary Lab Assistant 2 - Plant Genetics

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Temporary Lab Assistant 2 in Plant Genetics. This role involves vital lab duties such as cleaning lab ware and making tissue cultures, alongside maintaining plants in a greenhouse. You'll work in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation. If you're passionate about plant genetics and eager to contribute to exciting research, this position offers a great opportunity to enhance your skills and make a difference in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory settings preferred.
• Familiarity with plant genetics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean lab ware and perform tissue culture tasks.
• Water and maintain plants in the greenhouse.

Skills

Lab Cleaning

Tissue Culture

Plant Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Biology

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

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.

Monday-Friday; work hours will vary.

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Posting Number	G/R19593P
Working Title	Temporary Lab Assistant 2 - Plant Genetics
Department	CAES-Griffin Campus
About the University of Georgia
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type	Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary	$12.75 - $15.00
Anticipated Start Date	10/17/2022
Posting Date	10/07/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Griffin Area
EOO Statement
USG Core Values Statement

Duties/Responsibilities

Clean lab ware, make tissue culture and other assigned lab duties.

Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time	75

Water and maintain plants in the greenhouse.

Duties/Responsibilities
Percentage of time	25