Temporary Lab/Research - Bahri, Griffin

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 12,501 - 17,805; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is hiring for a temporary Lab/Research position based in Griffin, Georgia. This role involves essential laboratory tasks, including making media, culturing fungi, and conducting DNA extraction and PCR. The role provides valuable hands-on experience in plant pathology.

Hourly compensation is set at $11 with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. If you have a strong background in laboratory work and are eager to contribute to research, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory work.
• Knowledge of DNA extraction and PCR.
• Ability to collect and analyze field data.

Responsibilities

• Making media for experiments.
• Culturing fungi from samples.
• Extracting DNA and performing PCR.
• Thrashing and planting seeds.
• Collecting data from the field.

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: G/R12195P
• Working Title: Temporary Lab/Research - Bahri, Griffin
• Department: CAES-Plant Pathology
• Employment Type: Employee
• Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm
• Advertised Salary: $11 per hour
• Anticipated Start Date: 05/03/2021
• Location: Griffin Area

Responsibilities

• Making media (20%)
• Culturing fungi (10%)
• Extracting DNA and conducting PCR (20%)
• Thrashing seed (20%)
• Planting seed (20%)
• Collecting field data (10%)

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]).