Temporary Sensory Lab Technician (Part‑Time)

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Technician (0.50 FTE) to support food sensory studies within the CAES-Food Science & Technology program. The role encompasses lab upkeep, data collection, and coordinating sensory sessions.

Responsibilities include preparing tests, recruiting panelists, operating Qualtrics and data collection software, and maintaining a clean, organized lab environment for contract research work.

Qualifications

• Part-time temporary position assisting with food sensory studies.
• Experience with consumer taste tests is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lab management: inventory, equipment, data collection software operation.
• Consumer and sensory test administration: recruit panelists, schedule tests, prepare samples.

Skills

Taste test operations

Computer literacy

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Qualtrics

Data collection software

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA is seeking a Temporary Laboratory Technician (0.50 FTE) to support food sensory studies within the CAES-Food Science & Technology program. The role encompasses lab upkeep, data collection, and coordinating sensory sessions.

Responsibilities include preparing tests, recruiting panelists, operating Qualtrics and data collection software, and maintaining a clean, organized lab environment for contract research work.