Student Worker-Basu,S

Overview

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Posting Number
G/R26729P

Working Title
Student Worker-Basu,S.

Department
CAES-Entomology

Employment Type
Employee

Anticipated Start Date
08/12/2024

Posting Date
08/01/2024

Open Until Filled
Yes

Location of Vacancy
Tifton Area

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• Specific tasks include rapidly identifying and counting small insects under stereo microscope magnification, assist with insect colonies, plant seeds/seedlings and other duties related to entomological research.
• When samples (either frozen or in alcohol) are collected and in storage, the samples must be processed in scheduled time each week.
• Colonies and the plants that maintain these colonies need to be checked twice weekly.
• Other duties will be determined in a weekly lab meeting.

• Percentage Of Time
  100
• Classification Title
  Student Assistant
• Flsa
  Non-Exempt
• Fte
  0.5

The vegetable entomology research laboratory conducts investigation into how pest insects affect vegetable productivity in Georgia and how to best control these pests. Current tasks include maintaining insect (e.g., whitefly and diamondback moth) colonies, collecting and processing samples and entering data. Specific tasks include rapidly identifying and counting small insects under stereo microscope magnification, maintain plant food for insect colonies, plant seeds/seedlings for colonies and/or research tests, scout, and other duties related to entomological field research.

Look through the stereo microscope for hours at a time in order to do the insect counts. Lift soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots. Be on-time for the assigned times of work. Driving. Some field work.

• 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 patient care?:
  No
• Does This Position Have Security Access?:
  No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Recruitment Contact Name:
Saumik Basu
Recruitment Contact Email: saumik.basu