Horticulture Student Assistant- Sutton

Position: Horticulture Student Assistant- Sutton 2

Posting Number

G/R30688P

Working Title

Horticulture Student Assistant
- Sutton 2

Department

CAES-Horticulture

About the University of Georgia

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Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

08/17/2025

Posting Date

08/07/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

EOO Statement

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Position Summary

Applicants would perform a variety of duties involved in the projects and activities of Dr. Sutton’s citrus research and extension program. This position would consist of a mixture of field and laboratory work. The field component would consist of sample collection and measurements from multiple field sites across South Georgia. Multiple fruit harvest events would also occur at these sites. The laboratory component will consist of multiple quality measurements across multiple citrus varieties.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Field data collection: sample collection and measurements from multiple field sites across South Georgia; multiple fruit harvest events at these sites.
• Laboratory sample processing: multiple quality measurements across multiple citrus varieties.
• Field and laboratory work consistent with Dr. Sutton’s citrus research and extension program.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

High school degree required. A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic laboratory safety knowledge
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather
• Lift up to 50 lbs. consistently
• Repeatedly bend, stoop, climb, etc.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions

Physical Demands

This position will require long durations outside under varying weather conditions. Applicants will need to be able to lift 50 lbs. Applicant may need to be able to bend, stoop, climb ladders, etc. Applicant will need to stand for long periods of time both indoors and outdoors.

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

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