"Student Assistant- Monfort"

Job Details

Posting Number: G/R29275P

Working Title: Student Assistant- Monfort

Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

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: 05/11/2025

Posting Date: 04/29/2025

Closing Date: 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled: No

Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area

Duties/Responsibilities

• Data collection: 20% of time
• Assistance with field work: 20% of time
• Plant Sampling: 20% of time
• Plot Maintenance: 20% of time
• Plant analysis: 20% of time

Classification Title: Student Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.5

Position Summary: Assist lead scientist and technician in the planting, data collection, and harvesting of peanut agronomy research plots. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: data collection, data entry, plot stake labeling, cleaning and filling sprayers, plot maintenance and plot photography. Many duties will be conducted in the early morning (6 am) so punctuality is expected.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification: High school diploma preferred. Valid drivers license.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Skills needed: Ability to collect data in field. Good communication skills. Ability to take direction. Ability to work with others as well as individually. On the job training will be provided.

Physical Demands: Work outside in inclement weather when needed, lift up to 50 lbs, work with and around equipment and be pesticide friendly. Driving.

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