Temporary Technical Paraprofessional - Missaoui Lab

Job Details

• Working Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional - Missaoui Lab
• Department: CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr
• Employment Type: Employee
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  12/01/2023
• Posting Date: 11/10/2023
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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• Laboratory – 20%
• Greenhouse maintenance – 20%
• Field Planting/Maintenance – 20%
• Data collection – 20%
• Seed Threshing/Cleaning – 20%

A Temporary Tech. Parapro. will assist with projects and tasks in laboratory, greenhouse, field and office. Employee will be assigned various tasks throughout the year depending upon availability, skill set, and program needs. We conduct research at multiple locations. Travel to farms and facilities will be required to perform some duties. Individual needs to be detail oriented, accept instruction, and willing to work in various environments.

Work well with others.

High school diploma required with some college education preferred. Experience in laboratory, greenhouse, or field work is preferred. Training will be available for laboratory use and pesticide use.

Strong organizational skills, basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.), and the ability to effectively communicate and multitask. Should be meticulous, punctual, and reliable.

Work inside and outside in various conditions including hot and cold temperatures. Coexist with various insects, pollen, and temperature stress. Perform various manual duties including transplanting and weeding.

• 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…