"Lab/Field Student Assistant-9-Nankar"

Job Details

Posting Number: G/R30295P

Working Title: Lab/Field Student Assistant-9-Nankar

Department: CAES-Horticulture

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

Anticipated Start Date: 08/03/2025

Posting Date: 07/16/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Greenhouse – tender plants in greenhouse. Plant, weed, fertilize, water, pollination, harvest, disease screening, and data collection – Percentage of time: 30
• Assist with field breeding research- collect plant samples, label, flag, stake, data collection, pollinations, making breeding crosses, disease screening – Percentage of time: 30
• Assist with basic lab protocols- Nucleic acid extraction, and other vegetable breeding related research – Percentage of time: 20
• Assist with basic lab maintenance and chores – wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare basic solutions and media, take away trash, etc. – Percentage of time: 20

Classification Title: Student Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.50

Position Summary: Selected applicant will provide assistance in greenhouse research activities including potting, planting, fertilizing, watering, weeding, pollinating, data collection, disease screening, and harvesting plants belonging to different breeding populations. Selected applicant will assist in keeping greenhouse space neat, orderly and weed free. Individual will provide assistance with basic field and laboratory research as requested including tissue sample collection, pollinations, basic data collection, disease screening, and setting up field studies including labeling and placing flags, stakes and markers. Individual will assist with basic lab protocols including molecular biology as requested and will be responsible for basic lab maintenance and chores including washing glassware, preparing simple solutions, preparing media, autoclaving supplies and waste, taking trash to dumpster, etc.to keep laboratory space neat, orderly and clean.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: Undergraduate students with majors in plant biology, agriculture, crop and soil science; prior lab experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Basic knowledge about molecular biology and plan breeding would be desirable.

Physical Demands: Lift up to 50 lbs. and withstand outside elements for extended periods of time. Driving.

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

Is driving a requirement of this position?: Yes

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: No

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.

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Randi Adams Recruitment Contact Email: randi.smith1@uga.edu