Weekend Greenhouse Assistant — Plant Care & Research

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is looking for a part-time Greenhouse Assistant in Charlottesville. This role supports the Biology Department's greenhouse operations and works approximately 8–32 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include caring for research plant material, watering, weeding, pruning, and maintaining cleanliness in the greenhouse. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least one year of lab experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of lab experience, which may include student experience.

Responsibilities

• Care for research plant material including condition assessment.
• Watering, weeding, and pruning.
• Organizing and relocating plant material.
• Cleaning greenhouse workspace and growth area.
• Completing duty shift log and reporting issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Interest in plants

Initiative and good judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is looking for a part-time Greenhouse Assistant in Charlottesville. This role supports the Biology Department's greenhouse operations and works approximately 8–32 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities include caring for research plant material, watering, weeding, pruning, and maintaining cleanliness in the greenhouse. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least one year of lab experience.