Laboratory Assistant - Habteselassie

Overview

Posting Number: G/R21007P

Working Title: Laboratory Assistant - Habteselassie

Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

Employment Type: Employee

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm

Advertised Salary: $15.00

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/14/2023

Posting Date: 03/31/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Griffin Area

Position Summary: The position involves soil and water sample collection and analysis. It involves working in laboratory, greenhouse and field. General laboratory and greenhouse upkeep and maintenance is also part of the job.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position: Some training in soil and water sciences; aseptic and molecular microbiological techniques, and soil enzyme assays.

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Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Mussie Habteselassie

Recruitment Contact Email: mussieh

• Soil and water analysis in the laboratory. Time allocation: 65%.
• Soil and water collection in the greenhouse and field. Time allocation: 25%.
• Laboratory and greenhouse upkeep and maintenance. Time allocation: 10%.

• Some training in soil and water sciences; aseptic and molecular microbiological techniques, and soil enzyme assays.
• Knowledge of soil and water concepts; laboratory skills; ability to work outdoors; driving license is preferred.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs; able to work in greenhouse and outdoors during the summer.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• 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? No
• Direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No
• Security Access: No

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