Temporary Soybean Research Tech Paraprofessional

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in the Athens area is seeking a temporary Tech Parapro to support the Li Lab in soybean research. The role involves taking agronomic notes, collecting data, and harvesting plots in the field, as well as weighing and cleaning seed samples in the seed lab.

You will thresh plants, prepare seed for spring planting, and assist with greenhouse activities such as planting, harvesting, and cleaning. A high school diploma is preferred; driving is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take agronomic notes, collect data, and harvest soybean research plots in field environment.
• Weigh and clean seed samples in the seed lab; threshing individual plants, and preparing seed for replanting in spring.
• Greenhouse work involving planting, harvesting, and cleaning.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The University of Georgia in the Athens area is seeking a temporary Tech Parapro to support the Li Lab in soybean research. The role involves taking agronomic notes, collecting data, and harvesting plots in the field, as well as weighing and cleaning seed samples in the seed lab.

You will thresh plants, prepare seed for spring planting, and assist with greenhouse activities such as planting, harvesting, and cleaning. A high school diploma is preferred; driving is required.