Temporary Lab Assistant 2 - Plant Genetics

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,564 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Temporary Lab Assistant 2 to assist with sweet potato curation at the Griffin Campus. Key responsibilities include cleaning lab ware, making tissue culture, and maintaining greenhouse plants.

Applicants should be high school graduates with abilities in lab tasks and plant care. The position offers variable hours from Monday to Friday at a pay rate of $12.75 - $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with ability to clean lab ware and maintain plants.
• Experience in laboratory or plant care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean lab ware, make tissue culture, and complete other assigned lab duties.
• Water and maintain plants in the greenhouse.

Skills

Ability to clean lab ware

Ability to maintain plants in greenhouse

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Posting Number

G/R19593P

Title

Temporary Lab Assistant 2 - Plant Genetics

Department

CAES-Griffin Campus

Employment Type

Employee

Schedule

Monday-Friday; work hours will vary.

Salary

$12.75 - $15.00

Start Date

10/17/2022

Posting Date

10/07/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location

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, 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]).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean lab ware, make tissue culture, and complete other assigned lab duties (75% of time)
• Water and maintain plants in the greenhouse (25% of time)

Position Summary

This position is needed to assist with sweet potato curation. Duties will include laboratory ware, making tissue culture media, and other assigned lab duties.

Education & Experience

High School Graduate.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to clean lab ware and maintain plants in greenhouse.

Security Access

Yes

Position Trust & Financial Controls

• Position of Trust: Yes
• Operation, access, or control of financial resources: No
• P-Card required: No
• Driving requirement: No
• Direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care: No

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials, and, if applicable, a credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.

Recruitment Contact

Name: G. David Buntin

Email: [e-mail]