"FWS Lab Assistant"

Job Details

Posting Number: G/R27347P

Working Title: FWS Lab Assistant

Department: CAES-Plant Pathology

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

Employment Type: Employee

Advertised Salary: $15/hour

Anticipated Start Date: 11/01/2024

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

Duties/Responsibilities:

Wash dishes, make growth media and reagents, autoclave trash, maintain lab equipment. Assist with graduate student and postdoc experiments as needed. Percentage of time: 100

Position Summary:

Student will assist with research projects on plant pathogenic fungi.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification: Completed or enrolled in General Chemistry, completed or enrolled in Introductory Biology.