Temporary Lab/Field Assistant (EARTH)

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is offering an internship focused on breeding, harvesting, and data collection in support of research operations. The intern will work in experiments preparations, field and greenhouse operations, and data processing with guidance from experienced staff.

Responsibilities include assisting in the laboratory, greenhouse, and field studies, and learning various aspects of crop management while handling data collection tasks and outdoor activities.

Qualifications

• Experience collecting and processing data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in laboratory tasks and data collection.
• Assist greenhouse operations and field studies.
• Assist in collecting data and learning crop management.

Skills

Data collection

Education

Some college coursework

Job description

Position Summary

To assist and learn in breeding, harvesting, collecting data, and research operation. The learning objective is for the intern to work in experiments preparations and in field/greenhouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in laboratory (20% of time)
• Assist in greenhouse (20%)
• Assist field studies (10%)
• Assist in collecting data (30%)
• Learn aspects of crop management (20%)

Education and Experience

• At least one year of college
• Some experience in collecting and processing data

Skills and Competencies

• Some experience in collecting and processing data

Physical Demands

Work outdoors in heat and lift up to 50 pounds.

Background Investigation

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and if applicable a satisfactory credit check.

EEO 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]).