Field Research Assistant

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Non-Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Part Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday; work hours no more than 19.6 per week.

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 09/17/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/05/2026

Location of Vacancy: Griffin Area

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Classification Title: Agricultural Technician I

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.49

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent

Position Summary: The position will assist with the preparation of nurseries and maintain the upkeep in greenhouses to include planting, recording data accurately, harvesting, crossing, and irrigation in a timely and efficient manner that support the Small Grains Breeding and Genetics research program. This position will also assist in laboratory activities as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Experienced in recording data, seed processing, greenhouse maintenance, and nursery preparation.
• Team Player

Physical Demands:

• Work in the field under varied climate conditions.
• Travel to UGA Research Centers across the state of Georgia during planting and harvesting season.
• Work under heat conditions in the summer.
• Lift up to 30 pounds.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No

Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Seed Prep

• Process seeds of harvested samples.
• Prepare seeds for planting.

Percentage of time: 30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Greenhouse Activities

• Assist with planting, making crosses, and harvesting.
• Maintenance of greenhouses.

Percentage of time: 30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Field Work

• Assist with planting, recording data accurately, and maintaining & harvesting nurseries.

Percentage of time: 30

Duties/Responsibilities:

Laboratory

• Assist with preparation of lab work for wheat breeding and plant breeding research.

Percentage of time: 10

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Mohamed Mergoum

Recruitment Contact Email: mohamed.mergoum@uga.edu

Organization

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Website: https://www.uga.edu/

Telephone: 706-542-3000

Location: 215 S. Jackson St., Athens, Georgia, 30602, United States