Posting Number T00588P
Working Title Temporary Lab/Research
Department CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr
About the University of Georgia
The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). 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 was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
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Posting Type External
Retirement Plan GDCP
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Non-Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Work Schedule (other)
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with weekend/holidays during seasonal planting and harvesting times.
Advertised Salary $10.00 hr
Posting Date 10/17/2018
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 10/31/2018
Anticipated End Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
Classification Title Temporary Lab/Research
Pay Grade 000
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 100
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications may be defined by the department based on the responsibilities of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Position SummaryA temporary/lab research position is needed to work in the soybean research lab to take agronomic notes, collect data, and harvest soybean research plots in the field. This position will work in the seed lab to weigh and clean samples, thresh individual plants, and prepare seed for spring planting.
Additional Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or CertificationHigh school diploma
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical DemandsThe job will require lifting up to 50 lbs and overtime hours during the planting and harvesting season. Will need to be able to work in the fields and greenhouse in extreme heat. Ability to travel.
Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Yes
Does this position have financial responsibilities? No
Duties/Responsibilities
Take agronomic notes, collect data, and harvest soybean research plots in field environment.
Percentage of time 45
Duties/Responsibilities
Work in seed lab weighing and cleaning samples, threshing individual plants, and preparing seed for replanting in spring.
Percentage of time 45
Duties/ResponsibilitiesGreenhouse work of planting, harvesting, and cleaning.
Percentage of time 10
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