"Graduate Research Assistant (Ferguson)"

Job Details

Posting Number: G/R30168P

Working Title: Graduate Research Assistant (Ferguson)

Department: VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab

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.

College/Unit/Department website: srel.uga.edu

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2025

Posting Date: 07/09/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EOO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide research support for research missions on the Savannah River Site. (50% of time)
• Complete all needs pertaining to completion of field of study. (50% of time)

Classification Title: Graduate Research Assistant

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 0.47

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

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.

Contact Details:

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

Recruitment Contact Name: Brennan Ferguson

Recruitment Contact Email: brennan.ferguson@uga.edu